Lana Pine

Fibromyalgia poses challenges extending beyond physical symptoms due to societal misconceptions and inadequate understanding. Clinicians emphasize the importance of addressing mental health, engaging patients actively, and creating supportive environments to improve the wellbeing of these patients.

Results of a multivariate logistic regression analysis showed previous exposure to occupational noise was positively associated with both rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

A groundbreaking phase 1 study using CAR-T cells to treat severe lupus highlights a collaborative effort between the Cellular Therapy Program and rheumatology programs to pioneer innovative patient care.

Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, delves into recent research advancements, diagnostic hurdles, and emerging therapeutic options in vasculitis.

Anisha Dua, MD, MPH, sheds light on the intricate challenges posed by vasculitis and its mimics.

After adjusting for risk factors, patients in the > 50 nmol/L pre-methotrexate initiation group exhibited a 28% reduced risk of mortality when compared with those in the ≤ 50 nmol/L group

Susan Shenoi, MD, MS, previews her presentations at RWCS, discussing pivotal developments in pediatric rheumatology.

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who received acupuncture had a lower cumulative incidence of ischemic stroke compared to those who did not.

The group receiving Qingpeng ointment showed significant differences compared to the control group in VAS scores, joint mobility, and disappearance rate after treatment for acute gouty arthritis.

Clinical equivalence was demonstrated for the primary and key secondary endpoints between patients receiving MSB11456 and its reference drug, tocilizumab.

Electroacupuncture demonstrates superior analgesic effects and the ability to lower serum uric acid in patients with acute gouty arthritis when compared to conventional medication options.

Among other manifestations, patients with PsA and neuropathic pain tended to have higher leptin levels, poor sleep quality, and greater levels of fatigue.

The ACR's Psoriatic Arthritis Guidelines provides comprehensive recommendations for managing active psoriatic arthritis and aims to assist clinicians and patients in making informed decisions tailored to individual situations. Test your knowledge with this quiz.

Mark Bleackley, PhD, discusses the upcoming phase 2 trial of IHL-675A designed to explore arthritis treatment through dual-drug comparison, promising global expansion, and its impact on patients’ pain relief.

Results demonstrated IHL-675A was well-tolerated, with no concerning adverse events or serious adverse events reported.

By establishing a link between endogenous retroviruses, inflammation, and autoreactive T cells in lupus, research conducted by Akiko Iwasaki, PhD, has the potential to pave the way for new targeted therapies for this complex condition.

According to the analysis, eGFR, BMI, and waist circumference were the most important factors for hyperuricemia in individuals taking aspirin.

Higher serum urate levels at baseline were linked to higher rates of recurrent gout.

Patients with rheumatic disease treated with biosimilar SDZ ETN reported high treatment persistence at month 12 as well as comparable safety and efficacy.

Promising results of the phase 2 and 3 trials offer hope for patients with chronic and debilitating autoantibody-driven diseases.

The biosimilars month in review explores the efficacy and safety of biosimilars in treating uveitis, highlights the FDA’s acceptance of a biologics license application for an ustekinumab biosimilar, and emphasizes the safety and accessibility benefits of biosimilars in rheumatic conditions.

Four themes emerged from the data, including the positive impact of exercise on sleep, positive experiences of the exercise intervention, mental health benefits, and achieving empowerment and ownership during the exercise process.

The 2021 ACR Guideline for the Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis provides updated recommendations for the pharmacologic management of RA. In honor of Rheumatoid Arthritis Awareness Day, test your knowledge with this quiz:

The rheumatology month in review highlights the challenges of fibromyalgia management and uncovers compelling associations regarding rheumatic disease and comorbidities.

The Xist ribonucleoprotein (RNP) complex, linked to the XX sex chromosome complement, influences the susceptibility to autoimmunity.

The percentage of lymphocyte apoptosis in peripheral blood was significantly higher in patients with jSLE when compared with healthy controls.

Of the 135 laser flare photometry readings to identify uveitis among patients with juvenile idiopathic arthritis, only 3% were characterized as a false positive.

Patients with inflammatory arthritis demonstrated significantly increased odds of depression and anxiety health care encounters and use of anxiolytics and antidepressants.

VX-548 demonstrated a more rapid onset to meaningful pain relief post-surgery compared with placebo.

Lora Black, PhD, sheds light on the importance of patient-centered education and comprehensive care in fibromyalgia.