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For those of us who cannot sit in the sun and fish all day, the next best thing for preventing autoimmune diseases may be supplementation with vitamin D and fish oil derived omega-3 fatty acids, results of a large prospective randomized trial suggest. Dr Karen Costenbader Among nearly 26,000 adults enrolled in a randomized trial […]
TARM1 is a receptor protein whose role in the functioning of the immune system is unknown. In a new study, scientists from Japan have explored the potential role of TARM1 in the pathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis by analyzing mouse models. They found that TARM1 activated dendritic cells, and development of collagen-induced arthritis (CIA) was notably […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition characterized by chronic and systemic inflammation that primarily targets the synovial joints. Image Credit: Africa Studio/Shutterstock.com RA is classically symmetric, and if poorly controlled leads to joint destruction because of bone and cartilage erosion, which ultimately results in joint deformity. People who respond poorly to medical intervention tend to […]
Skip to: What is arthritis? The impact of lack of sleep The effect that lack of sleep can have on arthritis The chronic pain associated with arthritis is well known to negatively impact sleep. However, recent research has implied that a lack of sleep and insomnia can themselves can adversely affect arthritis symptoms. What is […]
A clinical study has indicated that statins are completely safe for rheumatoid arthritis patients and do not pose an additional risk. The research was published in the journal Arthritis & Rheumatology. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis have an approximately 50 per cent higher risk of experiencing cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke compared with […]
Arthritis is a common condition causing pain, stiffness and inflammation of the joints. There is currently no cure for arthritis, meaning it is generally regarded as a long-term condition. However, symptoms can be improved by making certain dietary changes, such as eating foods with anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. Including these three tasty berries in your […]