While age, genetics and lifestyle can all affect the onset of arthritis, an improved diet and regular exercise can help fight symptoms.
4.3k People with inflammatory bowel disease, diabetes or blood clots may be more likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis.
6 It may be rheumatoid arthritis. The symptoms of this condition often precede an actual diagnosis by several years.
31 When a hospice nurse invites 84-year-old Lloyd Robinson to her farm, memories of his childhood and rodeo days spill forth.
501 Treating stress-related disorders may reduce the risk of developing autoimmune diseases.
10 Scientists seek to unravel how viruses trigger disease.
25 Use these foods to fight inflammation and joint stiffness.
23 A veteran of multiple joint-replacement surgeries, Chelsee Stark volunteers her insight and skills to help others.
233 Study suggests a wholesome diet that includes seafood can help reduce pain and swelling.
4 A rheumatologist summarizes one patient's winding road to diagnosing an autoimmune disease: "It is sometimes more art than science."
5 With courage and smiles, Addison Post battles an extraordinarily rare condition.
274 Exposure to ultra-low temperatures shows no benefits and may be dangerous.
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