Anita C. Chandrasekaran, MD, MPH, is a rheumatologist at Hartford Healthcare Medical Group in Connecticut. She is board-certified in both rheumatology and internal medicine. Nail changes occur in ...

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that is characterized by inflammation of the joints and the subsequent destruction of cartilage and erosion of the bone. Patients with rheumatoid ...

You probably already pay close attention to the foods you eat — and when you eat them — in order for your RA medications to be absorbed properly and work most effectively. But you may be overlooking ...

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects everyone differently, but certain joints are more often involved in the disease than others. One reason the condition can be so hard to live with is that it typically ...

Taking this quiz can help you decide whether to see a rheumatologist. If untreated, rheumatoid arthritis may cause anemia and dry eyes. Genetics and exposure to cigarette smoke may increase your risk ...

Sudden pain affecting multiple joints can result from infections such as the flu or COVID-19, post-viral complications, myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS), gout, or some ...