DEAR MAYO CLINIC: What causes rheumatoid arthritis to develop? As with many diseases, the causes of rheumatoid arthritis appear to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. The genetic ...

Rheumatoid arthritis, sometimes referred to as rheumatoid disease, is a chronic (long lasting), progressive and disabling autoimmune disease that causes inflammation (swelling) and pain in the joints, ...

The drug abatacept has been found to be a useful preventative tool in tackling painful inflammation - Thai Liang Lim/Getty Images Rheumatoid arthritis is chronic, long-lasting and incurable, but a ...

The smooth lining of the membranes (thin layer of cells) that surround our joints is called the synovium. A flexible joint is lined by a synovial membrane. The synovium produces a clear substance - ...

Few medical conditions seem as inevitable when aging as does arthritis. It's an understandable assumption considering that the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the disorder ...

Chronic chikungunya arthritis often mimics rheumatoid arthritis, complicating diagnosis and therapy, and necessitating ...

Dr. Ruderman answers the question: 'Rheumatoid Vs. Osteoarthritis Symptoms?' — -- Question: How do symptoms differ when comparing osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis? Answer: Rheumatoid ...

Arthritis, a leading cause of disability, encompasses over 100 types, with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis being most ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may cause inflammation in your eyes, leading to complications such as dry eyes, redness, and floaters, among others. Early treatment may prevent these conditions from ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and gout have a lot in common. Doctors consider them types of arthritis. That means that both cause swelling, pain, and stiffness in joints. But there are important ...

Joints, heart tissues, and bones are some of the main targets of inflammation-driven damage possible if you have rheumatoid arthritis While medications can help manage RA, they may also lead to ...