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    RA Treatment: Did Your DMARD Stop Working?

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    Signs Your DMARD Isn't Working

    What approach will your rheumatologist take if your DMARD isn’t helping to calm your inflammation from RA?

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    Biologics and RA: What Treatment Looks Like

    If your RA hasn't responded to traditional disease-modifying medications, biologics may help. Here's what to know.

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    DMARD vs. Biologic

    These effective prescriptions in treating rheumatoid arthritis both involve your immune system. But what are the differences between the two?

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    How Do You Take These Meds?

    Biologics are given different ways, meant to calm your immune system and slow your RA down. So how do you take them?

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    Why DMARDs Take Time to Work

    It may take several weeks for DMARD drugs to reach full effectiveness against RA. Find out why.

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    The Benefits vs. Downsides of These Drugs

    Biologic drugs have turned the tables for people with RA. Learn more about how they work.

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    Give Your Biologic a Boost

    A list of everyday habits you can do to build up your immunity and keep your RA in check.

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    6 Mistakes to Avoid

    From not seeing a rheumatologist to not getting the right medication, here are 6 errors to avoid when you have RA.

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    Why You Might Need to Pause Your Biologic

    A rheumatologist covers all four reasons you may need to pause your RA biologic, whether it’s by injection, infusion, or pill.

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    Combination Therapy

    What happens when one drug isn't enough to keep RA under control?

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    Ways to Prevent Flares

    Learn some simple steps to keep away the pain and stiffness of an RA flare-up.

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    Help With the Cost

    Find out why biologic drugs are so pricey, and how you can get help to pay for them.

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    Exercises That Are Easy on Your Joints

    Strengthen muscle and improve joint pain with these arthritis-friendly exercises.

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    Feel Good? Stay on the Right Track

    Even if your RA pain is under control, it's essential to keep doing the things that will keep you healthy.

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    I Feel Great. Can I Go Off My Meds?

    If you stop taking medications or skip your annual appointment, it could trigger a flare.

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    Support While Social Distancing

    Try these tips to help you get support while staying safe at home.

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