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Rheumatoid Arthritis – Learn More

Learn more about rheumatoid arthritis, its causes, symptoms, and treatments. Click on the issue below that concerns you. Or, take the free RealAge Rheumatoid Arthritis Health Assessment for personalized recommendations.
An Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis
A Brief Look at Arthritis
The Definition of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Signs and Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Why Rheumatoid Arthritis Is Painful
Other Conditions That Can Cause Pain
The Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis
Complications
Mortality Rate of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Warning Signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid Arthritis Versus Osteoarthritis

Risk Factors

Seeking Professional Help for Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
When to See a Doctor
What to Expect During the Exam

Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis
Health Professionals Who Help Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

Self-Care
Exercise
Nutrition

Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis
Learning About Rheumatoid Arthritis
Emotional Health
Ergonomics

Joint Protection

Local Treatments

Overview of Drug Treatments
Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
NSAIDs Side Effects
Side Effects of Low-Dose Aspirin
Risk of Serious NSAID Side Effects
Increases in the Risk of Serious NSAID Side Effects
Severity of NSAID Side Effects
How NSAIDs Affect Joints in the Long Term
Reducing the Risk of NSAID Side Effects
COX-2 Inhibitors
Side Effects of COX-2 Inhibitors
Corticosteroids
Disease Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs)
DMARDs vs. NSAIDs
Biologic Response Modifiers
Immunosuppressants

Surgical Relief

Other Treatments

Prevention

References