Ankylosing Spondylitis: Historical Names, Understanding, and Exercise Management
Ankylosing spondylitis was historically known as Bechterew's Disease and Marie-Strümpell Disease, honoring the pioneering neurologists who provided e...
By Alex
Category: Autoimmune Diseases
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RF Positive, Anti-CCP Negative: Interpretation, Causes, and Next Steps
A positive Rheumatoid Factor (RF) with a negative anti-Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (anti-CCP) test indicates systemic inflammation or an autoimmune p...
By Jordan
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Conditions Often Mistaken For It, and Key Differentiating Factors
Rheumatoid Arthritis is often mistaken for conditions such as osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, gout, lupus, fibromyalgia, polymyalgia rheumatica, ...
By Alex
Ridaura (Auranofin): Mechanism of Action in Rheumatoid Arthritis
Ridaura (auranofin) treats rheumatoid arthritis through a complex, multi-faceted mechanism involving immunomodulatory, anti-inflammatory, and enzymati...
By Alex
Rheumatoid Factor: Understanding Normal Levels, Interpretation, and Diagnosis
A normal rheumatoid factor level is typically below 14-20 IU/mL, though specific lab reference ranges vary, and an elevated level alone does not confi...
By Hart
Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Role of Age in Onset, Presentation, and Management
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) incidence significantly increases with age, making it more commonly diagnosed in middle-aged and older adults, though it can...
By Alex
Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Key Indicators, and Early Detection
No single test definitively indicates rheumatoid arthritis; instead, a comprehensive approach integrating clinical symptoms, physical examination, lab...
By Alex
Ankylosing Spondylitis: Treatments, Exercise, and Lifestyle Management
The most common and foundational treatment for Ankylosing Spondylitis involves Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) to control pain and infla...
By Jordan
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA): Understanding Its Causes, Autoimmune Mechanisms, and Risk Factors
Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) is an autoimmune condition believed to result from a complex interplay of genetic predisposition and environmental...
By Jordan
