121. Rheumatoid Arthritis - Etanercept And Infliximab (No. 36) rheumatoid arthritis etanercept and infliximab - statement, 25 May 2005. *,2002/016 NICE recommends the selective use of new drugs for arthritis in http://www.nice.org.uk/page.aspx?o=35993

122. Arthritis Support - Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis Understanding rheumatoid arthritis. What is it? rheumatoid arthritis affects oneto two percent of the population. It appears to hit women the hardest, http://www.arthritissupport.com/understanding/rheumatoid/

Arthritis Support .com Arthritis Support - Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis The Latest News Articles The Latest Abstracts The Latest Drug News Search Our Site Arthritis Info. OsteoArthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis Resources Treatment Support Groups Message Boards Doctor Referral ... Drug News Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis What is it? Rheumatoid Arthritis affects one to two percent of the population. It appears to hit women the hardest, with an estimated 2.1 million female sufferers in the United States alone. Although it normally shows up between ages 20 and 40, rheumatoid arthritis can strike anytime. This type of arthritis is a systemic autoimmune disease potentially affecting the entire body and involving many different joints. When the body's immune system is not functioning correctly, healthy joint tissue comes under attack. Joint damage and inflammation of the joint linings cause pain, stiffness and swelling. Symptoms Early in the disease, people suffer from inflammation, pain, and stiffness. Symptoms often begin in the hands or feet, but can also impact elbows, shoulders, neck, knees and hips. Accompanying this can also be fever, poor appetite, fatigue and anemia and rheumatoid lumps, which form under the skin. Causes A specific cause has yet to be pinpointed, although researchers have identified a genetic marker that is probably influential in the start of the disease. The earlier a diagnosis is made the better, because arthritis can often be controlled with swift drug intervention.

123. The Goldberg Clinic Dr Goldberg explains his approach to rheumatoid arthritis. http://www.goldbergclinic.com/arthritis.html

124. Index Personal advice from a person with the disease. http://www.geocities.com/pbaker1953/index.html

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND YOU LINKS Arthritis Foundation - Lots of information, brochures. Join for $20 a year and receive their magazine Arthritis Today RA Access - Free to join. They send tapes about RA, info about drugs, health diary, etc. NIAMS - Very informative. Can order free booklets. Medline - Info on diseases, drugs, slideshows ... RA Academy RA Medication Links Remicade Drug Guide Enbrel Arava ... Humira Christmas of 2000, I had surgery for a herniated disk. By February 2001, I was having aches and pains, low-grade fever, fatigue, trouble sleeping, and just felt constantly sick, like I had the flu. I was having trouble holding things. My toes would curl under. Some days it took everything I had to get out of bed. Two years and 6 doctors later, I finally saw a Rheumatologist and found out I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. Here are some things that I have learned either by experience or research. YOU AND YOUR BODY: You know your own body better than anyone else. If you do not feel right or think something is wrong; don't give up. There is a doctor out there who will figure out what is wrong with you. Don't listen to, "It's in your head." It took me almost 2 years to find out I had RA and I found out later that it takes approximately 1 1/2-2 years to diagnose it. At the time, I was really disgusted with Doctors. After having time to reflect and research, I now realize that the symptoms of RA for each person are not the same and there are so many illnesses that it could be. By the time I saw my Rheumatologist I had 2 years worth of tests and took the results with me on my first visit.

125. Healthfinder® - Rheumatoid Arthritis Carefully selected government and nonprofit health information on rheumatoid arthritis. http://www.healthfinder.gov/Scripts/SearchContext.asp?topic=752

126. AnnasJRA Information and support to parents and children who deal with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. http://www.geocities.com/tlzeigler/AnnasJRA.html

to Anna's JRA Page about Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis~ Our daughter Anna was diagnosed with a mild case of JRA in July 1999. Anna has pauci-articular JRA, which means that she has four or fewer joints affected. For Anna, the JRA is limited to her left knee. As Anna's Mom, I have gone through all kinds of emotions since she was diagnosed (even with a mild case!). I have spent hours at the computer researching every page I could find with some sort of information on JRA. That's why I wanted to do this page. I want to include many links to the varied sites available to make research less time-consuming for other parents and families. Over five years later (2005), I can tell you that life DOES go back to almost normalwith just a few extra things to think about and take into consideration. Things don't knock me off balance like they used to, but that's also in part to getting some of my own health issues taken care of (so parentsmake sure you take care of yourself, too!) For any parent whose child has been diagnosed with a chronic illness, I think it is crucial for you to surround yourself with friends and family who will listen to you and encourage you and keep you from feeling totally overwhelmed by everything. For me, it was my quest for information which helped me feel a little more in control, and my friends and family who helped me to regain my emotional balance. I found a message board where other JRA moms (and a few dads occasionally) talk and ask questions and share information and give advice. It has been an additional great system of support, hope, and encouragement.

127. Rheumatoid Arthritis The Many Layers To Wellness Some folks can get well from rheumatoid arthritis simply by removing themselves from There are many who achieve wellness from rheumatoid arthritis, http://www.garynull.com/Documents/Arthritis/five_levels.htm

Rheumatoid Arthritis The Many Layers to Wellness by Perry A. Chapdelaine, Sr. Home "Medical data is for informational purposes only. You should always consult your family physician, or one of our referral physicians prior to treatment" - The Arthritis Trust of America. Document provided by:: The Arthritis Trust of America 7111 Sweetgum Road, Suite A Fairview, TN 37062-9384 It took me six weeks to halt the progress of "galloping" rheumatoid arthritis, two more years to pay attention to candidiasis, nutrition and food allergies, and the next 13 years to understand what's really going on, and what the factors are that create rheumatoid arthritis and the other 79 related rheumatoid diseases. I'm not going to lie to you, and say that I know all the factors, but I'll bet most anything that I know more than most rheumatologists. Not being a health professional those are mighty egoistic words! I'm going to share my knowledge with you. You can act on it or not, as you wish. Health, after all, is always up to you, not your doctor. 1. Layer One Toward Wellness: Stress

128. Index A mother describes her son's experience with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, plus links to information http://www.geocities.com/Heartland/Village/8414/

The internet has been a valuable source of information and support for me, so I wanted to create a website that might in some ways be helpful to others. If you know a child who has Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) or if you want to learn more about this condition, you may find it interesting to read about our personal experience. I'm not a medical professional ... and I don't play one on the web ... but I felt that others might benefit from the sort of information that I can share. You can also get information here about a popular email-based support and information group for people involved with Juvenile Arthritis, called The JRA List At the very least, I hope that my collection of related internet links may be useful to you in helping to sort through the millions of arthritis-related websites in existence, while you search for more information and the answers to your questions about JRA. One of the main reasons for putting together this website is my personal commitment to helping spread awareness of Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA). Until 1995, I didn't even know what those initials stood for. Unfortunately, most people still don't. Despite increasing numbers of cases, JRA has still not received a lot of public recognition. For many, it remains a more personal struggle. Hopefully, this will change. When there's greater public awareness of a significant health problem it's more likely there will be funding made available for its' study. With continued research comes the development of new, safer, and more effective medications. It is my hope that one day ... in the not so distant future ... a cure will be discovered. Possibly even a vaccine that will help prevent JRA in future generations of children.

129. Rheumatoid Arthritis - Patient UK rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation, pain, and swelling of joints. In time,affected jo ints typically become damaged. The severity can vary from mild http://www.patient.co.uk/showdoc/23068964/

Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation, pain, and swelling of joints. In time, affected jo ints typically become damaged. The severity can vary from mild to severe. Treatments include medication to ease the pain, and medication to slow down the progression of the disease. Surgery is needed in some cases if a joint becomes badly damaged. What is rheumatoid arthritis? Arthritis means inflammation of the joints. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a common form of arthritis. About 1 in 50 people develop RA at some stage in their life. It can happen to anyone, and it is not a hereditary disease. It can develop at any age, but most commonly starts in middle adult life (aged 40-60). It is three times more common in women than in men. Understanding joints A joint is where two bones meet. Joints allow movement and flexibility of various parts of the body. The movement of the bones is cased by muscles which pull on tendons that are attached to bone. Cartilage covers the end of bones. Between the cartilage of two bones which form a joint there is a small amount of thick fluid called synovial fluid. This fluid 'lubricates' the joint which allows smooth movement between the bones. The synovial fluid is made by the synovium. This is the tissue that surrounds the joint. The outer part of the synovium is called the capsule. This is tough, gives the joint stability, and stops the bones from moving 'out of joint'. Surrounding ligaments and muscles also help to give support and stability to joints.

130. Website Disabled Links, information, message board forum and support for sufferers of this disease. http://badler126.homestead.com/ra.html

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131. Rheumatoid Arthritis And Medication rheumatoid arthritis and Medication from the Lectric Law Library. http://www.lectlaw.com/med/med03.htm

The 'Lectric Law Library Presents Rheumatoid Arthritis and Medication M usculoskeletal and rheumatic complaints account for approximately 15% of the patients seen by primary care physicians. These complaints include muscle pain and weakness, regional pain syndrome such as back or neck pain, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, ankylosing spondylitis and lupus erythematosus among others. Rheumatologists are specialists in the diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal disorders having completed three years of training in the broad field of internal medicine and a two year fellowship in rheumatology. R heumatoid arthritis is a systemic disorder characterized by female predominance. It is persistent, symmetric and may be associated with systemic features such as fatigue, weight loss and anemia. 70 - 80% of patients with rheumatoid arthritis are positive with rheumatoid factor (an antibody against IgM). Most patients also have an elevated sedimentation rate. M edications are useful in managing inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis. The first compounds employed are either salicylates or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. These medications exert their anti-inflammatory action by modifying prostaglandin metabolism. They are used as initial therapies. All share common toxicities including stomach upset, liver function abnormality, renal dysfunction and fluid retention. About 1 - 2% of people who take aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may have peptic ulceration.

132. Rheumatoid Arthritis Detailed information on rheumatoid arthritis, including causes, symptoms, diagnosis,and treatment. http://www.healthsystem.virginia.edu/uvahealth/adult_arthritis/rheumat.cfm

[ Skip Navigation ] Health System Home For Health Answers Healthcare Professionals ... Advanced Search Health System Search Search for Information People UVa Home Health System News Health System Events (all) Health System Publications ... Making a Gift Topics All About Cancer Blood Disorders Bone Disorders Breast Health Cancer Cardiovascular Disease Dermatology Diabetes Digestive Disorders Endocrinology Environmental Medicine Eye Care Glossary Gynecological Health Infectious Diseases Kidney Disease Men's Health Mental Health Nervous System Disorders Non-Trauma Emergency Oral Health Orthopaedics Otolaryngology Pathology Pediatrics, General Health Prostate Health Radiology Respiratory Disorders Skin Cancer Surgical Care Urology Women's Health UVa Health Topics A to Z FIND A DOCTOR Arthritis and Rheumatology General Orthopaedic Surgery Joint, Hip and Knee Replacement ... WHY CHOOSE UVA Search This Site Rheumatoid Arthritis What is rheumatoid arthritis? Rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic, autoimmune disease, is the most crippling form of arthritis and affects approximately 2.1 million Americans. This chronic disease is characterized by painful and stiff joints on both sides of the body that may become enlarged and deformed. Rheumatoid arthritis affects more women than men (75 percent of persons with rheumatoid arthritis are women). Onset of the disease is usually middle-age, but it does occur in individuals as early as age 20. Patients with rheumatoid arthritis may also have osteoporosis, a progressive deterioration of bone density. Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is a form of arthritis in children ages 15 or younger that causes inflammation and stiffness of joints for more than six weeks. Unlike adult rheumatoid arthritis, which is chronic and lasts a lifetime, children often outgrow juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. However, the disease can affect bone development in the growing child.

133. Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Juvenile arthritis awareness. A web site dedicated to the education of juvenilerheumatoid arthritis. http://www.fyldecoast.co.uk/grace/grace.htm

50 Wood Street St Annes Tel Number: 01253 720303 Fax Number: 01253 728070 Reg Charity No:1061998 Patron: Dr Eileen Baildam Consultant Paediatrician (Booth Hall Childrens Hospital Manchester) Current appeal: Any good quality clothes and bric-a-brac!!!! Please deliver them to the shop or contact us and we'll arrange collection. Welcome to our web-site. We hope this will give you a greater understanding of juvenile chronic arthritis and the problems you may face as a parent. Please stay a while and have a browse through the various pages. We hope our information is of help to you. Please feel free to print a copy. If you do find it useful we would ask you to send a donation towards our hydro-pool fund. The site is constantly evolving and we'd love to hear your comments. Sign My Guestbook View My Guestbook Index Page ... Contact Us These pages have been donated at cost price to GRACE by Blackpool and the Fylde Coast Internet Magazine. All design was free of charge. Web Design by Snoop

134. Vegetarian Diets In The Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is estimated to affect 1% of the adult Epidemiology ofrheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatol Dis Clin N Am 1995; 21589604. http://www.andrews.edu/NUFS/arthritis.html

Vegetarian Diets in the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis by Kristine Duncan, MS, RD Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is estimated to affect 1% of the adult population worldwide (1), but appears most frequently in the elderly. It is defined as a chronic systemic disease characterized by inflammatory changes in joints and related structures that result in crippling deformities. The exact etiology is unknown, but it is assumed to be an auto-immune disease (2). An Italian survey of 46,693 people noted a strong correlation between vegetable consumption (odds ratio of 0.84) and decreased incidence of RA Food Elimination Vegetarian Diets Probably the most intensive study to look at the effects of diet on RA was conducted in Norway (8). Forty-five of the original 53 subjects were re-examined and comparisons were made between diet responders, non-responders and omnivorous controls at baseline and 2 years following introduction of the vegetarian diet (10). At follow-up, all diet responders and 50% of the non-responders were on some type of modified diet, described as either the original lacto-vegetarian study diet, or an omnivorous diet excluding foods identified by subjects as exacerbating their symptoms. Refined sugar, coffee, white flour and milk were most commonly excluded. There was significant improvement in disease symptoms in the diet responders compared to both non-responders and omnivore controls. There was also some improvement in non-responders on the vegetarian diet compared to the controls. Researchers concluded that patients with RA benefit from dietary manipulation with improvement lasting at least 2 years.

135. Rheumatoid Arthritis - Vitacost rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease in which the immunesystem attacks the joints and sometimes other parts of the body. http://www.vitacost.com/science/hn/Concern/Rheumatoid_Arthritis.htm

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136. Virtual Hospital: University Of Iowa Family Practice Handbook, Fourth Edition: R rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects 0.03% to 1.5% of the population, with females Symmetric arthritis involving the same joint areas. Rheumatoid nodules. http://www.vh.org/adult/provider/familymedicine/FPHandbook/Chapter07/02-7.html

University of Iowa Family Practice Handbook, Fourth Edition, Chapter 7 Rheumatology: Rheumatoid Arthritis David C. Krupp, MD and Mark A. Graber, MD Departments of Family Medicine and Emergency Medicine University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics and College of Medicine Peer Review Status: Externally Peer Reviewed by Mosby Overview . Chronic systemic inflammatory disease principally involving joints but also with extraarticular manifestations. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) affects 0.03% to 1.5% of the population, with females affected 2 to 3 times more often than males. Life span is decreased on average by 7.5 years for men and 3.5 years for women. Diagnosis To make a diagnosis of RA, at least four of the seven criteria of the American Rheumatology Association (ARA) must be present, and at least one of the first four must be present for at least 6 weeks. Be aware that a positive rheumatoid factor is only one criterion, and a positive rheumatoid factor need not be present for a diagnosis of RA to be made. Additionally, there should not be evidence of other disease that may account for the symptoms, such as polyarteritis nodosa or lupus. Morning stiffness in and around joints, lasting more than 1 hour.

137. Rheumatoid Arthritis : Virtual Hospital - Health Topics A-Z For Adult Providers. New Drugs for Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis University ofIowa Family Practice Handbook rheumatoid arthritis http://www.vh.org/navigation/vh/topics/adult_provider_rheumatoid_arthritis.html

Health Topics A-Z Rheumatoid Arthritis All Topics Adult Patient Topics Adult Provider Topics Pediatric Patient Topics ... Pediatric Provider Topics For Adult Providers New Drugs for Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis University of Iowa Family Practice Handbook: Rheumatoid Arthritis For Adult Patients Aging Begins at 30: Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis: Frequently Asked Questions Skin Problems with Arthritis-Related Diseases: Frequently Asked Questions For Pediatric Patients Children With Arthritis: Frequently Asked Questions Pediatrics Common Questions, Quick Answers: Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) All Topics Adult Patient Topics ... University of Iowa http://www.vh.org/navigation/vh/topics/adult_provider_rheumatoid_arthritis.html

138. Child Rheumatoid Arthritis Child rheumatoid arthritis can create distractions, which can distract theirlearning development. Treat this before it is too late. http://coco.essortment.com/childrheumatoid_rdei.htm

Child rheumatoid arthritis Child rheumatoid arthritis can create distractions, which can distract their learning development. Treat this before it is too late. Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) is rheumatoid arthritis that is diagnosed in children under the age of 16. It's a disease that not only attacks the joints, but also can affect the whole body. JRA can cause stiff joints, swelling, pain inflammation, and can cause permanent damage to the joints if not treated. It can also affect the nerves, heart, lungs and the eyes. Children should have their eyes tested at least once a year to make sure their eyes aren't being affected by JRA Parents need to be prepared to deal with their child's pain and suffering. They will need to be supportive and forgiving to a child who may become more irritable and whiny because they are always feeling sick or in pain. This isn't always easy especially for parents of very young children. Getting involved with other parents of JRA children is a great way to find the support you will need. The child may also need counseling to better understand that they are not being punished for anything and that the pain is from a disease and not because they were bad or anything.

139. The Facts About Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) is arthritis that causes joint inflammationand stiffness for more than 6 weeks in a child of 16 years of age or less. http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/926045442.html

Search Articles: search tips Please Take the HealthLink Survey Email this article Print this article Find related articles: By topic: Arthritis Children's Health Drugs/Medications By keywords: arthritis juvenile rheumatoid arthritis Receive Health Link via email! Subscribe now >> The Facts about Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis is arthritis that causes joint inflammation and stiffness for more than 6 weeks in a child of 16 years of age or less. Inflammation causes redness, swelling, warmth, and soreness in the joints, although many children with JRA do not complain of joint pain. Any joint can be affected and inflammation may limit the mobility of affected joints. One type of JRA can also affect the internal organs. Doctors classify JRA into three types by the number of joints involved, the symptoms, and the presence or absence of certain proteins in the bloods. These classifications help the doctor determine how the disease will progress and whether the internal organs or skin are affected. Pauciarticular means that four or fewer joints are affected. Pauciarticular is the most common form of JRA; about half of all children with JRA have this type. Pauciarticular disease typically affects large joints, such as the knees. Girls under age 8 are most likely to develop this type of JRA.

140. Medem: Medical Library: Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, commonly referred to as JRA, is the most commonchronic (longterm) form of joint inflammation in children. http://www.medem.com/medlb/article_detaillb.cfm?article_ID=ZZZVI171FDC&sub_cat=4

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