Sore, stiff joints are more than just a nuisance. When pain flares up, it can sometimes make even simple tasks like driving or writing challenging. But what you might not know is that if your joint ...

Scientists are making progress in understanding and treating these disorders, which can go unrecognized for years.

This presentation fits within a diagnostic territory of an autoimmune disorder, a systemic inflammatory disorder, malignancy, and an infection. Let's further examine the differential diagnosis.

Rheumatologists are trained to piece together common, possibly overlooked symptoms. Symptoms like fatigue and joint pain might seem benign, but they may signal an autoimmune disease. Early ...

In the Philippines, in the early months of the COVID-19 pandemic, there occurred a supply shortage of hydroxychloroquine and methotrexate. Limited access to medication and the life changes caused from ...

Another common feature: Patients with a number of autoimmune diseases, especially women, often suffer heart attacks and strokes at unusually young ages. Kaplan’s research suggests those aptly named ...

If you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or certain rare genetic (inherited) conditions, your doctor might suggest Kineret as a treatment option for you. Kineret is a prescription medication that’s used ...

It’s supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But sometimes it turns traitor and attacks our own cells and tissues.

Xeljanz and Xeljanz XR (tofacitinib) are prescription drugs taken to treat certain autoimmune conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis. More common side effects of these drugs include infections, ...