It is rheumatoid arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease. It is a type of arthritis that affects inflammatory joints. The symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include pain in the joints, joint stiffness, joint swelling and joint deformity. Fever, malaise, severe fatigue and stiffness of the more than hour-long morning are also common symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis.

About 80 percent of patients with rheumatoid arthritis results positive for rheumatoid factor (detected by a blood test). Approximately 20 percent of patients with rheumatoid arthritis are classified as "seronegative rheumatoid arthritis" because they lack the rheumatoid factor.

With rheumatoid arthritis, there is a symmetrical pattern of affected joints. For example, usually are affected both knees of a patient rather than a knee.

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Information on treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

The National Institute for health and clinical excellence (NICE) has recommended the use of the drug golimumab (Simponi), in combination with methotrexate. This treatment will be available to adults whose rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has not responded adequately to conventional drugs of balneotherapy.

Neil Betteridge, Chief Executive of the Arthritis Care said: ' the rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a terrible disease that affects people of all ages that doctors usually compare with cancer of the joints.

"Unless they are effectively manage invariably leads to the great pain and can process immobile people and they may not work." Therefore, having another available treatment option is great.'

Medicines anti-TNF can help to improve the quality of life for individuals living with RA. Nice recommendation promotes patient choice to provide more treatment options for people living with severe ar

If you have rheumatoid arthritis and I think that this treatment could be of help, talk with your clinical specialists to find out if you are eligible.

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Anti-TNF drugs and skin cancer risks

Medicines anti-TNF are prescribed forms of inflammatory arthritis such as rheumatoid arthritis. These drugs work against a chemical in the body that fight against cancer. As it has been previously recognized the link with skin cancer, persons subject to anti-TNF therapy say about risks before starting treatment.

"We know that this is a possible (but fairly rare) result of anti-TNFs. people who take these treatments must use protective Sun high factor and cover up to avoid widespread exposure to the Sun," said Jo Cumming, Manager of arthritis care helplines. ""

If it is currently receiving treatment anti-TNF should continue his treatment as planned, but speak with your nurse rheumatologist or specialist if you are concerned.

You should also keep an eye out for new or changing such as moles and warts skin lesions and immediately see a doctor. Early detection leads to much higher rates of successful treatment.

The research was published in the annals of rheumatic diseases.

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New information for parents of children with arthritis

The literature – the only kind currently available – is the result of research which produced substantial evidence that some key emotional and practical support needs faced by parents of children with JIA were not being addressed.

Kate Llewelyn, head of information services at Arthritis Care, explained: ‘Juvenile arthritis is a painful condition. It can be very isolating and have a huge impact on family life. As well as having to adjust to life with medication and hospital appointments, family life is disrupted and parents can feel anxious, scared and even guilty that their child is in so much pain.

Arthritis Care’s free information aims to fill the gap and reassure parents by giving them the facts to help them manage their lives in a more confident way.’

The main booklet, titled My Child has Arthritis – a Practical Guide for Parents, covers the emotional impact on a family and gives a practical look at managing the condition, including tips from other parents. Three additional leaflets offer a guide to three types of JIA and the treatment options – oligoarticular JIA, systemic JIA, and polyarticular JIA.

US-born actress and singer Kelly-Anne Lyons has been Arthritis Care’s celebrity supporter for young people since March 2011 and is backing the campaign: ‘I was diagnosed with juvenile arthritis at the age of 13 and I know that, without the support of my parents, family and friends, it could have been a very isolating experience.

The information that Arthritis Care is now providing demystifies the whole topic of juvenile arthritis and helps parents who are trying to come to terms with the fact that their child has arthritis. I know that my parents would have really benefited from something like this had it been available at the time of my diagnosis.’

Parents of children with JIA have already praised the booklet. Marie-Louise Grant of Bath said: This is a very comprehensive booklet which covers all aspects of JIA and answers many questions that parents may have, from the primary stages of diagnosis. The information is detailed and the terminology is easy to understand.’

Sharon Whiffen of Weston-Super-Mare agreed: ‘A booklet for parents is a brilliant idea because, when you have just been told that your child has arthritis and you haven’t got much information, the facility to read a booklet gives you more of an insight into what it’s all about. It’s so useful to have help from people who are in the same position. It gives you that bit of support and encouragement.

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