How one patient's rare mutation helped solve a mycobacterial mystery

by Katherine Fenz,Rockefeller UniversityGraphical Abstract. Credit:Cell(2020). DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2020.10.046Just because you are exposed to a pathogen does not mean you will become

Updated on: May 05,2024 15

How one patient's rare mutation helped solve a mycobacterial mystery

by Katherine Fenz,Rockefeller UniversityGraphical Abstract. Credit:Cell(2020). DOI: 10.1016/j.cell.2020.10.046Just because you are exposed to a pathogen does not mean you will become

Updated on:May 05,2024 15

Patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions vulnerable to long term opioid use

by British Medical JournalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPatients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions are vulnerable to long term opioid use, with up to 1 in 3 of those with rheumato

Updated on: June 15,2024 5

Patients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions vulnerable to long term opioid use

by British Medical JournalCredit: Unsplash/CC0 Public DomainPatients with rheumatic and musculoskeletal conditions are vulnerable to long term opioid use, with up to 1 in 3 of those with rheumato

Updated on:June 15,2024 5

Knee problems tend to flare up as you age—an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options

by Angie Brown,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainKnee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren't limited to competitiv

Updated on: November 21,2024 0

Knee problems tend to flare up as you age—an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options

by Angie Brown,The ConversationCredit: CC0 Public DomainKnee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for41% of all athletic injuries. But knee injuries aren't limited to competitiv

Updated on:November 21,2024 0

Oral contraceptives may impact aspects of arthritis in women

by WileyThis is a hand afflicted by rheumatoid arthritis. Credit: The University of ManchesterNew research indicates that use of oral contraceptives may provide benefits for women with inflammato

Updated on: April 17,2024 19

Oral contraceptives may impact aspects of arthritis in women

by WileyThis is a hand afflicted by rheumatoid arthritis. Credit: The University of ManchesterNew research indicates that use of oral contraceptives may provide benefits for women with inflammato

Updated on:April 17,2024 19

Higher body temperatures still a factor in patients in remission from rheumatoid arthritis

by Staffordshire UniversityThermal image showing temperatures in the different regions of the foot. Credit: Staffordshire UniversityA pioneering study carried out among patients in remission from Rheu

Updated on: June 01,2024 5

Higher body temperatures still a factor in patients in remission from rheumatoid arthritis

by Staffordshire UniversityThermal image showing temperatures in the different regions of the foot. Credit: Staffordshire UniversityA pioneering study carried out among patients in remission from Rheu

Updated on:June 01,2024 5

Sleep problems not a major issue in rheumatoid arthritis

Sleep problems are not excessive in patients with newly diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis, according to a study recently published inRMD Open.Lauren Lyne, from the Karolinska Institutet in Stockhol

Updated on: May 29,2024 6

Sleep problems not a major issue in rheumatoid arthritis

Sleep problems are not excessive in patients with newly diagnosed rheumatoid arthritis, according to a study recently published inRMD Open.Lauren Lyne, from the Karolinska Institutet in Stockhol

Updated on:May 29,2024 6

Weight loss predicts mortality in rheumatoid arthritis

(HealthDay)—Weight loss is a strong predictor of mortality in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a study published online June 26 inArthritis & Rheumatology.Joshua F. Bake

Updated on: April 08,2024 16

Weight loss predicts mortality in rheumatoid arthritis

(HealthDay)—Weight loss is a strong predictor of mortality in patients with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), according to a study published online June 26 inArthritis & Rheumatology.Joshua F. Bake

Updated on:April 08,2024 16

Cell adaptation in critically ill could be difference between life and death, new study shows

by Amy King,University of PlymouthGraphical abstract. Credit:Redox Biology(2021). DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2021.101907Creating the best conditions for cells to make energy and survive cr

Updated on: May 06,2024 15

Cell adaptation in critically ill could be difference between life and death, new study shows

by Amy King,University of PlymouthGraphical abstract. Credit:Redox Biology(2021). DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2021.101907Creating the best conditions for cells to make energy and survive cr

Updated on:May 06,2024 15

Evidence for link between 'leaky gut' and autoantibody production in HIV-positive patients

by Medical University of South CarolinaHIV-positive, ART-treated patients with high levels of autoantibodies also have increased levels of bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) products in their blood

Updated on: April 16,2024 17

Evidence for link between 'leaky gut' and autoantibody production in HIV-positive patients

by Medical University of South CarolinaHIV-positive, ART-treated patients with high levels of autoantibodies also have increased levels of bacteria (Staphylococcus aureus) products in their blood

Updated on:April 16,2024 17

Socioeconomic factors may not predict rheumatoid arthritis disease activity

by Lori SolomonThe impact of socioeconomic factors on disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) varies by academic or safety net hospital setting, according to a studypublishedonline O

Updated on: December 09,2024 0

Socioeconomic factors may not predict rheumatoid arthritis disease activity

by Lori SolomonThe impact of socioeconomic factors on disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) varies by academic or safety net hospital setting, according to a studypublishedonline O

Updated on:December 09,2024 0

Warfarin use significantly increases risk of knee and hip replacement in people with OA

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research presented at ACR Convergence, the American College of Rheumatology's annual meeting, shows that use of warfarin, a vit

Updated on: May 23,2024 8

Warfarin use significantly increases risk of knee and hip replacement in people with OA

by American College of RheumatologyCredit: CC0 Public DomainNew research presented at ACR Convergence, the American College of Rheumatology's annual meeting, shows that use of warfarin, a vit

Updated on:May 23,2024 8

Gout is primary indication in about 0.2 percent of ER visits

Gout is the primary indication in about 0.2 percent of emergency department visits annually, according to a study published online Sept. 4 inArthritis Care & Research.(HealthDay)—Gout is the

Updated on: April 08,2024 14

Gout is primary indication in about 0.2 percent of ER visits

Gout is the primary indication in about 0.2 percent of emergency department visits annually, according to a study published online Sept. 4 inArthritis Care & Research.(HealthDay)—Gout is the

Updated on:April 08,2024 14