Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that primarily targets the joints, but its impact extends far beyond the joints. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I’ve seen firsthand how RA can affect a person’s quality of life in ways that go beyond just pain and stiffness. One area that often gets overlooked is how…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) comes with its fair share of challenges, from joint pain and swelling to chronic fatigue. But did you know that RA might also lead to something a bit unexpected—hair loss? It’s a question I get often from patients: “Can rheumatoid arthritis cause hair loss?” And as a nurse practitioner with…
Okay, let’s talk about something that’s not always on people’s radar when it comes to rheumatoid arthritis (RA). We all know RA messes with your joints, but did you know it can also have a big impact on your lungs? It sounds crazy, right? But the truth is, if you have RA, your lungs could…