In autoimmune arthritis, such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA), the immune system attacks the lining of joints. This leads to inflammation that can affect your entire body. The 5th World Autoimmune Arthritis Day (WAAD) will be held on 20th May, aimed to educate the public about the type of arthritis which is a result of autoimmune and autoinflammatory diseases. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an inflammatory disease which, though systemic, typically involves the small joints of the hands and feet, often symmetrically.
It affects approximately 1% of the population and is more common in women. This guideline addresses the diagnosis of early RA, its pharmacological treatment including symptom relief and disease modification, and the role of the multidisciplinary team in improving the care of patients with RA. Diagnosis All patients with suspected inflammatory joint disease should be referred to a…
