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prednisolone is a steroidal anti inflammatory, A member of the glucocorticoid class of hormones. When used in the case of Rheumatoid arthritis it has the effect of reducing inflammation in the joints and other parts of the body. Inflamation in the joints of RA sufferers leads to the destruction of cartilage which in turn produces chemicals that further cause destruction to ligaments muscles and bone in the area of the inflammation. Prednisone is used with similar succes but is turned into pednisolone in the liver so patients.as a result of it being more easily absorbed, prednisolone is the preferred drug when hepatic disease or insufficiency is present.
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Why does my blood work show no rheumatoid arthritis?
You may have RA even though you don't have rheumatoid factor. In this case it is referred to as seronegative rheumatoid arthritis.
Can you catch Rheumatoid Arthritis from eating after someone who has it?
No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.
Am I at risk for rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is not a hereditary condition. While it is not passed down parents, certain genes that make you more susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis are.
What is the medical term meaning Rheumatoid Arthritis in the toes?
Rheumatoid arthritis in the toes Forefoot problems such as hammer toes, claw toes, mallet toes, and bunions often develop as a result of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid arthritis results from inflammation of which of the following membranes?
Rheumatoid arthritis results from the inflammation of the synovial membranes.
What steriod is used in rheumatoid arthritis and asthma?
(prednisone, prednisolone, and others)
Why does my blood work show no rheumatoid arthritis?
You may have RA even though you don't have rheumatoid factor. In this case it is referred to as seronegative rheumatoid arthritis.
Can you catch Rheumatoid Arthritis from eating after someone who has it?
No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.
Am I at risk for rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is not a hereditary condition. While it is not passed down parents, certain genes that make you more susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis are.
Is Milwaukee shoulder a form of rheumatoid arthritis?
No, Milwaukee shoulder is not a type of rheumatoid arthritis.
What is the medical term meaning Rheumatoid Arthritis in the toes?
Rheumatoid arthritis in the toes Forefoot problems such as hammer toes, claw toes, mallet toes, and bunions often develop as a result of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid arthritis results from inflammation of which of the following membranes?
Rheumatoid arthritis results from the inflammation of the synovial membranes.
Can you get rheumatoid arthritis as a child?
Yes you can, This is called Juvenile Rheumatoid arthritis and even baby's can have serious problems with it.
Can tuberculosis cause rheumatoid arthritis?
No Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in its own right and is not a reaction to TB.
What is a RA?
Rheumatoid Arthritis
What medicine cures arthritis?
It seems that there is no cure for Rheumatoid arthritis. But you can use rheumatoid arthritis diet to keep the rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms under control.
Can you have rheumatoid arthritis with a factor 7.7?
Yes You can have Rheumatoid arthritis with no RF at all. In that case it is referred to as seronegative RA,
