Ra Apr 2026

A nutrient-rich, balanced diet, such as the Mediterranean diet, can help reduce inflammation.

Treatments aim to induce remission using DMARDs (Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs), biologics, steroids, and NSAIDs. Lifestyle Management:

Early diagnosis is crucial for preventing long-term damage. It involves physical exams, blood tests (rheumatoid factor, anti-CCP), and imaging (X-rays, MRI).

Small joints in the hands, wrists, and feet are often targeted first, but it can affect larger joints and organs like the lungs, heart, and eyes.