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18 Dec 2024

Gabapentin Use Linked to Increased Fracture Risk in Patients with Inflammatory Arthritis

Gabapentinoids, widely prescribed for pain management in inflammatory arthritis (IA), are now linked to a 36% higher risk of fractures.
16 Dec 2024

Achieving Low Disease Activity in Lupus Reduces Organ Damage and Flare Risk

New research highlights that achieving low disease activity or remission in lupus patients significantly reduces organ damage and flare risks.
14 Dec 2024

Obesity Linked to More Severe Symptoms and Higher Steroid Use in Polymyalgia Rheumatica

Obesity may worsen symptoms and increase glucocorticoid requirements in polymyalgia rheumatica, according to new research. Patients with obesity reported greater pain and fatigue and needed higher steroid doses over time despite similar inflammation levels.
12 Dec 2024

Biologics Ease Temporomandibular Joint Inflammation in Juvenile Arthritis

Biologic treatments combined with methotrexate or leflunomide show promise in reducing temporomandibular joint inflammation and improving jaw function in children with juvenile idiopathic arthritis.
10 Dec 2024

Pesticide Use Linked to Increased Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk in Older Farmers

A new study from the Agricultural Health Study reveals a concerning link between pesticide exposure and an elevated risk of rheumatoid arthritis among older farmers.
8 Dec 2024

Cancer Risk Linked to Biologics in Patients With Rheumatoid Arthritis

A new study highlights increased cancer risks in rheumatoid arthritis patients using biologics like rituximab, abatacept, and JAK inhibitors compared to TNFis.
6 Dec 2024

Cutaneous Lupus: The Hidden Epidemic in Diverse Populations

New research reveals the unexpectedly high prevalence of cutaneous lupus erythematosus in diverse populations, uncovering critical links to systemic lupus progression.
4 Dec 2024

Mobile Apps Helpful in Rheumatoid Arthritis Self-Care and Symptom Management

Discover how a mobile app empowers rheumatoid arthritis patients to self-manage symptoms, providing valuable insights without increasing psychological burden.