Artitis

1. How Changing Your Diet Could Have a Major Impact on Managing Lupus Symptoms

   After Jewell Singletary was diagnosed with lupus, she developed rheumatoid arthritis as well—a common pairing, since both are autoimmune conditions—and had to use a cane to navigate her college campus. When she graduated, the now 38-year-old New Jersey resident decided to be more focused on supporting her health, in an effort to maintain her mobility as she began her career. She started in the kitchen. First to be tossed were sugary drinks, fried foods, and highly processed options, she says. Once she eliminated them, it didn’t take long before she could discard one more important item: her cane. [time-brightcove not-tgx=”true”] “My mobility improved dramatically just from these dietary changes,” she says. “I haven’t needed to use a can...

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2. HCQ for RA: Not a Great Idea?

   (MedPage Today) -- Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) appeared less safe from a cardiovascular standpoint than methotrexate in older patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), analysis of Medicare data indicated. Among RA patients 65 and older with a history... (Source: MedPage Today Rheumatology)

3. Hydroxychloroquine Risk Found in Some Older Patients With RA Hydroxychloroquine Risk Found in Some Older Patients With RA

   Hydroxychloroquine initiation in older patients with rheumatoid arthritis and heart failure was associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular events compared with methotrexate.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)

4. Treat-to-Target With Tapering Proves Effective in PsA, AxSpA Treat-to-Target With Tapering Proves Effective in PsA, AxSpA

   A trial showed for the first time that disease activity-guided, treat-to-target tapering strategies in both psoriatic arthritis and axial spondyloarthritis are noninferior to those without tapering.Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Dermatology Headlines)

5. Arthritis breakthrough: The key to easing symptoms could be in the mind suggests new study

   ARTHRITIS, a disease characterised by inflammation in the joints and cartilage, has historically been treated with medication, diet and exercise. New scientific findings suggest a new approach may help ease symptoms as effectively. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

6. Is arthritis making your life a misery? Try a workout... or a chat!

   Exercise and talking therapy could help thousands of patients with rheumatoid arthritis combat crippling fatigue, a study suggests. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

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7. How Much Will That Hip Replacement Cost? Many Hospitals Still Aren't Saying

   Title: How Much Will That Hip Replacement Cost? Many Hospitals Still Aren't SayingCategory: Health NewsCreated: 6/28/2022 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/28/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)

8. Cause of pain in hands and fingers that isn't arthritis - 'Get an appointment with a GP'

   IT IS thought around 10 million people in the UK are living with arthritis or similar joint conditions. The main effects of the condition are pain and inflammation in the joints - including the hands and fingers. But with various other joint problems out there, it could be easy to mistake their symptoms for arthritis. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

9. Novel Anti-TNF Shines in Rheumatoid Arthritis Trial

   (MedPage Today) -- A new way of inhibiting tumor necrosis factor (TNF) for treating rheumatoid arthritis showed strong results in a phase II/III clinical trial, researchers said. About 75% to 80% of patients receiving an investigational agent... (Source: MedPage Today Rheumatology)

10. CBD marketing for dogs way ahead of the science, experts say

    Dog owners give their furry companions CBD-based products to treat everything from anxiety to arthritis, but just like with humans, benefits of the compound for canines remain unproven, experts told UPI. (Source: Health News - UPI.com)

11. Risk Score Developed for RA-Linked Interstitial Lung Disease

    THURSDAY, June 23, 2022 -- A score has been developed to stratify the risk for subclinical rheumatoid arthritis-associated interstitial lung disease (RA-ILD), according to a study published online May 18 in Arthritis& Rheumatology. Juge... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

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12. Arthritis diet: Three of the best spices to ease arthritis symptoms and joint pain

    ARTHRITIS is a common condition which often has painful symptoms such as joint pain and swelling. However, it can be controlled by lifestyle factors such as diet. Which spices can help to alleviate symptoms? (Source: Daily Express - Health)

13. Most Common Allergies Not Linked to Rheumatoid Arthritis

    TUESDAY, June 21, 2022 -- Most common allergies are not associated with the risk for rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but some allergic conditions, including animal dander allergy and atopic dermatitis, are associated with increased RA risk, according to... (Source: Drugs.com - Pharma News)

14. Guideline: Timing Is Everything for RA and Lupus Patients Needing Joint Replacement

    (MedPage Today) -- Conventional disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) may usually be continued in patients with inflammatory arthritis or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) undergoing total knee or hip replacement, but the same is not... (Source: MedPage Today Primary Care)

15. Alemtuzumab for Refractory Primary Systemic Vasculitis Alemtuzumab for Refractory Primary Systemic Vasculitis

    Alemtuzumab may provide another safe and effective treatment option for primary systemic vasculitis patients who failed to respond to other therapies.Arthritis Research & Therapy (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

16. What Can Cause a Wrist Drop?

    Title: What Can Cause a Wrist Drop?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 6/21/2022 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/21/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)

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17. Picture of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 2

    Title: Picture of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 2Category: ImagesCreated: 2/25/2010 9:40:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/21/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)

18. Arthritis: The ‘inflammation-fighting’ food that can reduce joint pain - ‘More is better’

    CHARACTERISED by joint pain, arthritis can stir up a variety of uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, what you eat plays a role in the joint condition, with some foods being able to worsen or relieve symptoms. An expert shares the type of meat which could reduce your joint pain and fight inflammation. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

19. Can Tennis Elbow Get Worse if Not Treated?

    Title: Can Tennis Elbow Get Worse if Not Treated?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 6/20/2022 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/20/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)

20. What Joints Does Palindromic Rheumatism Affect?

    Title: What Joints Does Palindromic Rheumatism Affect?Category: Diseases and ConditionsCreated: 6/20/2022 12:00:00 AMLast Editorial Review: 6/20/2022 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Arthritis General)