Tag: ACPA
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Prevention: Early Immune Clues That Could Change Lives
Rheumatoid arthritis prevention may hinge on clues hidden years before symptoms New, large-scale research published in Science Translational Medicine demonstrates that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can begin its trajectory long before pain or joint swelling appear. The international study followed individuals at high risk for RA over seven years, revealing a distinct pattern: the body’s immune…
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Rheumatoid arthritis may begin years before symptoms: can it be prevented?
Understanding the hidden start of rheumatoid arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a systemic autoimmune disease that causes inflammation and can progressively damage joints. New research suggests that the disease often begins long before the first pains are felt, with a hidden phase that can last many years. A large seven-year study tracked individuals at elevated…