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Articles03 Aug 2023Methotrexate and folic acid
Why am I prescribed folic acid with methotrexate? Rheumatologist Dr Andrew Harrison answers FAQs about methotrexate and folic acid. …Read more -
Articles13 Jun 2023Interstitial lung disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and vaping
Interstitial Lung Disease can be caused by long-term exposure to hazardous materials, or an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis. …Read more -
Articles18 May 2023Smoking and rheumatoid arthritis: a review of studies
Smoking tobacco has impacts on rheumatoid arthritis at all stages of the disease process and its treatment. …Read more -
Articles17 May 2023Tips for spending less money on food
We put together tips for spending less money on food in New Zealand and take care of your nutrition at the same time. …Read more -
Articles30 Mar 2023What is enthesitis?
Enthesitis is a condition in which the enthesis becomes inflamed, causing swelling, pain, and stiffness in the nearby joint and muscle. …Read more -
Articles07 Mar 2023Does fruit juice cause inflammation?
Does fruit juice cause inflammation? Some fruit juice contains potent antioxidants with inflammation-lowering abilities. …Read more -
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Articles18 Jan 2023Can I take apple cider vinegar for my arthritis?
Apple cider vinegar is an arthritis-cure myth, but unrelated health benefits exist. There is no harm if you want to add ACV to your diet. …Read more -
Articles22 Dec 2022Are tomatoes bad for arthritis?
Fresh, frozen, canned or concentrate; tomatoes aren’t necessarily a bad thing for arthritis. In fact, in many cases, they are the opposite. …Read more -
Articles20 Dec 2022What is nociplastic pain and how does it affect people with fibromyalgia?
How does nociplastic pain affect people with fibromyalgia? Nociplastic pain is different from nociceptive and neuropathic pain. …Read more -
Articles21 Nov 2022Tips for decreasing your chance of nausea with Methotrexate
A common side effect of methotrexate is nausea or feeling unwell or tired. Call your doctor if you are having trouble managing your side effects. …Read more -
Articles15 Nov 2022Why is osteoarthritis more common in females?
Several factors contribute to osteoarthritis being more common in women, including life expectancy, hormones, anatomy, body weight and genetics. …Read more -
Articles30 Aug 2022Can illness trigger arthritis flare-ups?
Illness can trigger arthritis flare-ups. Respiratory infections can trigger a flare-up of symptoms for people with autoimmune conditions. …Read more