Early treatment for rheumatoid arthritis decreases your risk of joint damage

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease that affects more than 1.5 million Americans, according to the Arthritis Foundation. It’s is the most common type of autoimmune arthritis, and it occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the joints of the hands, elbows, feet, wrists, hips, knees, ankles and even the jaw. There isn’t a cure, but treatment and prescription medicine can help ease the pain and inflammation while preventing joint damage. More…….

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