Rheumatoid Arthritis: Risks/enefits of Latest Treatments
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a form of arthritis characterized by swelling and tenderness which recent studies have revealed that approximately 1% of grownups suffer from. A common symptom of this disease is symmetric polyarticular inflammation of the synovium, typically of the small joints of the hands (MCP and PIP), wrists and feet. This swelling causes discomfort and difficulty of movement and could result into gradual joint injury characterized by misshapenness and disability. The major compound used in treating this rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is methotrexate. This compound has been used for over 40 years in treating various types of rheumatoid ailments and is still one of the most effective treatment methods for RA. Its combination with modern treatments which tackle the disorders in the immune system, conditions termed as biological DMARDs, have transformed the method of treating RA. This review will give a brief and succinct…...

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Introduction
heumatoid arthritis (A) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation and progressive destruction of the joints. Understanding its pathophysiology is crucial for developing effective treatment strategies.

Immune Dysregulation:

A is mediated by an aberrant immune response involving the activation of T cells and B cells. Dysregulated T cells secrete pro-inflammatory cytokines such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-?) and interleukin-17 (IL-17), which stimulate synovial fibroblasts and promote inflammation. B cells produce autoantibodies, particularly rheumatoid factor (F) and anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) antibodies, which contribute to synovial inflammation and tissue damage.


Synovial Inflammation:

The synovium, which lines the joints, undergoes pathological changes in A. Activated immune cells infiltrate the synovium, forming a pannus. The pannus releases cytokines, chemokines, and matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs), which promote inflammation, cartilage destruction, and bone erosion.


Cartilage and Bone Damage:

Prolonged inflammation in the joints…...

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References

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Socio-Ecological Assessment
The population that I have selected is females, specifically adult females. The health condition that I have selected is arthritis. Arthritis is an issue that often afflicts older adults. It is a joint disorder that is the inflammation of joints, which can cause pain and can also be debilitating. There are different types of arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis. The reason for studying females in particular is to determine if there are different factors that affect the rates at which women develop arthritis vs. The rates at which men do. If there are factors specific to females, that can help both in the prevention and the treatment of the condition.

A few different determinants of arthritis have been determined. One is obesity. A study found that obese individuals had three times the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis than normal weight individuals (Pedersen et al., 2006). Studies have…...

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References

Costenbader, K., Feskanich, D., Mandl, L. & Karlson, E. (2006). Smoking intensity, duration and cessation, and the risk of rheumatoid arthritis in women. The American Journal of Medicine. Vol. 119 (6) 1-9.

Magliano, M. (2008). Obesity and arthritis. Post Reproductive Health. Vol. 14 (4) 149-154.

Pedersen, M., Jacobsen, S., Klarlund, M., Pedersen, B., Wiik, A., Wolfahrt, J. & Frisch, M. (2006). Environmental risk factors differ between rheumatoid arthritis with and without auto-antibodies against cyclic citrullinated peptides. Arthritis Research & Therapy. Vol. 8 (4) 133.

Tobon, G., Youinou, P. & Saraux, A. (2009). The environment, geo-epidemiology and autoimmune disease: Rheumatoid arthritis. Autoimmunity Reviews. Retrieved July 15, 2015 from  http://www.researchgate.net/profile/Alain_Saraux2/publication/41040054_The_environment_geo-epidemiology_and_autoimmune_disease_Rheumatoid_arthritis/links/0a85e536229257c729000000.pdf

Overview of a Recently Approved Drug by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration The exhaustive and lengthy approval process used by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) means that when new drugs are released, they are considered sufficiently safe for use by humans as directed by physicians. This approval process, though, also means that just a relatively few new drugs are approved each year, including Kevzara used to treat adult rheumatoid arthritis approved for release on May 22, 2017 (Novel drug approvals, 2017). Given the rapid increase in the elderly demographic in the U.S. in recent years that is projected to continue well into the 21st century (Poterba, 2016), novel treatments for adult rheumatoid arthritis represent important and timely advances in drug therapy. This paper provides a description of Kevazara, including its pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetic properties as well as an overview of the rheumatoid arthritis disease state for which it…...

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Drug trials snapshot. (2017). U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Retrieved from  

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Highlights of prescribing information. (2017). U.S. Food & Drug Administration. Retrieved from  https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2017/761037s000lbl.pdf .

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Poterba, J. (2016, January). Economic implications of demographic change. Business Economics, 51(1), 3-5.

Rheumatoid arthritis in depth. (2017). National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health. Retrieved from  https://nccih.nih.gov/health/RA/getthefacts.htm .https://www.fda.gov/Drugs/InformationOnDrugs/ucm562381.htm .

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heumatoid arthritis (A) is a chronic systemic inflammatory disorder that primarily affects joints, but it can also present with extra-articular manifestations. The struggle to fully understand its pathophysiology is ongoing, although significant progress has been made in identifying the intricate interplay of genetic, environmental, immunologic, and hormonal factors that contribute to disease development and progression (Smolen et al., 2016). The hallmark feature of A is persistent inflammation leading to joint destruction, which is brought about by a complex interaction of immune cells, cytokines, and autoantibodies.

Genetic predisposition plays a significant role in the risk of developing A. The presence of certain alleles of the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) DB1 gene, such as the shared epitope alleles, has been found to increase the risk of A, suggesting a key role of antigen presentation in the disease's etiology…...

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References

Smolen P et al. (2016). Rheumatoid arthritis pathophysiology revisited. Nature Reviews Rheumatology.

Raychaudhuri S. (2010). Genetic insights into the immunopathogenesis of rheumatoid arthritis. Nature Reviews Immunology.

Klareskog L et al. (2006). Environmental triggers in rheumatoid arthritis. Autoimmunity Reviews.

Nielen M et al. (2004). Proto-autoantibodies in the pathogenesis of RA. Arthritis Research and Therapy.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) Pathophysiology

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disorder that primarily affects the joints but can also have widespread systemic manifestations. The pathophysiology of RA involves an intricate interplay between genetic factors, environmental triggers, immune system dysregulation, and inflammatory pathways that lead to joint damage and systemic complications.

Genetic Susceptibility
Genetic susceptibility plays a significant role in the onset of RA. Although no single gene is responsible for the disease, certain genetic markers are associated with an increased risk. The most notable example is the link between RA and the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) system, particularly the HLA-DRB1 alleles (MacGregor et al., 2000). These alleles contribute to RA susceptibility by presenting arthritogenic peptides to T cells, initiating an immune response.

Environmental Factors
Environmental factors, such as smoking, are known to interact with genetic predispositions in the…...

Pharmacology
The drug that is chosen for this paper is Rituxan (Rituximab), which is prescribed for the treatment of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma; Rheumatoid arthritis; and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (Rituxan.com). This is a drug that comes with stern warnings of dangerous reactions, including serious infections, heart problems, kidney problems, stomach and serious bowel problems, and some side effects "can lead to death" (Rituxan.com).

Clinical Pharmacology

Under the heading "prescribing directions," the drug company offers "Clinical Pharmacology" -- "Mechanism of Action," "Pharmacodyamics," and Pharmacokinetics"

Pharmacodyamics

In patients suffering with Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma (NHL), tests revealed that when NHL patients were administered Rituxan there was a depletion of "tissue-based B cells." The first study (using 166 patients) showed that "circulating CD 19-positive B cells were depleted" in the first three weeks of the test. And the depletion of B cells continued for 6 to 9 months after the treatment. As to B-cell recovery, 83% of the 166 patients began to…...

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Works Cited

Genetech. (2012). Your First Course of Treatment. Retrieved May 28, 2015, from  http://www.rituxanforra.com .

Rituxan. (2013). Highlights of Prescribing Information / Clinical Pharmacology. Retrieved May 28, 2015, from  http://www.gene.com .

heumatoid arthritis (A) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that primarily affects the joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint destruction. The pathophysiology of A involves a complex interplay of genetic, immunological, and environmental factors.
Genetic Susceptibility:


Genetic factors play a significant role in the development of A. Specific genetic variants, particularly those within the human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DB1 locus, have been associated with an increased risk of the disease. HLA-DB1 molecules are involved in presenting antigens to immune cells, and certain variants can present antigens in a way that triggers an immune response against the body's own tissues (1).


Immune Dysregulation:


A is characterized by a dysregulated immune response that targets the synovium, the tissue lining the joints. This immune response involves the activation and infiltration of various immune cells, including T cells, B cells, macrophages, and neutrophils (2).



T cells: Helper T cells (Th cells), particularly Th17…...

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References

Klareskog, L., et al. (2006). A new model for rheumatoid arthritis: Genetic susceptibility, epigenetic triggers and environmental triggers. Nature Reviews Rheumatology, 2(3), 146-151.

Smolen, J. S., & Aletaha, D. (2016). Rheumatoid arthritis. The Lancet, 388(10055), 2023-2038.

van den Berg, W. B., & Miossec, P. (2011). Th17 cells in rheumatoid arthritis: Critical appraisal and future perspectives. Nature Reviews Rheumatology, 7(11), 668-678.

Dorner, T., & Radbruch, A. (2007). Antibodies and B cell memory in rheumatoid arthritis. Nature Reviews Immunology, 7(4), 298-310.

Therapies/Treatments That Can Be Done to Help the Immune System of a Patient 18-55 Diagnosed With Rheumatoid Arthritis
THERAPIES/TREATENTS TO HELP THE IUNE SYSTE OF An 18-55 PATIENT DIAGNOSED WITH RHEUATOID ARTHRITIS

Therapies/treatments that can be done to help the immune system of a patient 18-55 diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Annotated Bibliography

Cem Gabay, A, et al. (2013). Tocilizumab onotherapy vs. Adalimumab onotherapy for the Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis (ADACTA): A Randomized, Double-Blind, Controlled Phase 4 Trial.

Using a randomized population involving double-blind, Phase 4 superiority and parallel-group, the study used 76 centers found in different countries including the U.S. The patients used were above 18 years and suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis for the last six months and above. The patients were supposed to have shown intolerance to methotrexate or were not appropriate for a continuation of the treatment using this method. With the random assignment of 1:1, the patients have introduced to tocilizumab…...

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Michael Schiff, Michael E. Weinblatt, Robert Valente, Desiree van der Heijde, Gustavo Citera, Ayanbola Elegbe, Michael Maldonado, Roy Fleischmann. (2013). Head-to-head comparison of subcutaneous abatacept versus adalimumab for rheumatoid arthritis: two- year efficacy and safety findings from AMPLE trial. Clinical and epidemiological research Journal. 2013-203843v1, Ann Rheum Dis doi:10.1136/annrheumdis-2013- 203843

Ritika Khandpur1, Carmelo Carmona-Rivera1, Anuradha Vivekanandan-Giri, Alison Gizinski1, Srilakshmi Yalavarthi, Jason S. Knight, Sean Friday, Sam Li, Rajiv M. Patel, Venkataraman Subramanian, Paul Thompson, Pojen Chen, David A. Fox1, Subramaniam Pennathur and Mariana J. Kaplan. (2013). NETs Are a Source of Citrullinated Autoantigens and Stimulate Inflammatory Responses in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Science Translational Medicine Journal, Vol. 5, Issue 178, pp. 178ra40, DOI: 10.1126/scitranslmed.3005580

Scott, D. L. (2012). Biologics-Based Therapy for the Treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis. Clinical Pharmacology & Therapeutics Journal, Vol. 91 No.1 January 2012. doi:10.1038/clpt.2011.278

Arthritis is considered as one of the major health conditions affecting a significant portion of the United States population. Even though the condition currently affects approximately 50 million adults in the country, it is not primarily an adulthood health condition. There are numerous cases of children suffering from arthritis, which implies that this condition is not uncommon among children. As a result of the prevalence of arthritis among children and adults, understanding the pathophysiology and symptoms of this condition has emerged as an important component in proper diagnosis and treatment. This paper examines the pathophysiology of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis in relation to the similarities and differences between the two conditions. The analysis includes a selection of two patient factors that could impact the pathophysiology, diagnosis and treatment of these conditions. Pathophysiology of Osteoarthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis
Arthritis is an umbrella term that refers to different conditions involving inflammation of the joints…...

Arthritic conditions found within the joints of the body: their causes, treatment, current research, and what effect they have on athletic participation.
Types of Arthritis

Osteoarthritis

heumatoid Arthritis

Psoriatic Arthritis

Causes of Arthritis

Treatments Available

Current esearch

Arthritis and Athletic Activities

Learning Outcome

Arthritis is said to be the number one cause of disability in the United States, with more individuals disabled with arthritis than by both heart disease and strokes (Lewis 2000).

Arthritis is also a disease that is plagued with misunderstanding. The Center for Disease Control warns that it is these misunderstandings that result in the disease doing so much harm (Lewis 2000).

Some of the common misunderstandings involve recognizing that there are different types of arthritis and that arthritis is not only a disease of the aged. Arthritis is also often not taken seriously enough in its early stages, preventing individuals from seeking medical help that could prevent the disease from worsening.

There is also an important link between sports,…...

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References

AAOS: American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. (2000). Arthritis. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.

The Arthritis & Glucosamine Resource Center. (2002). Treating and Preventing Sports Injuries & Secondary Arthritis.  http://www.arthritis-glucosamine.net/arthritis/sports-injuries-arthritis.html 

Arthritis Foundation. (2002). Progress and Opportunities in Rheumatoid Arthritis.  http://www.arthritis.org/research/research_program/RA/default.asp 

Lewis, C. (May-June 2000). Arthritis: Timely Treatments for an Ageless Disease. FDA Consumer, 34:3.

Health Self-Assessment
Neuroscience is the study of the nervous system. Neuroplasticity reflects the brain's ability to transform itself. This is an important concept, because it means that the brain is constantly changing, in that there is no constant self. The brain can thus be "re-wired," as a consequence of this neuroplasticity. When considering the brain and its role in our health, this is important because as the brain regenerates, we have the opportunity to change it. We do not need to be who we were, for example. Some of this is fairly common sense -- new experiences can change us -- but neuroscience has allowed this to be proven, that our brains are not set entities but can be transformed. Even more important is the finding that we can change our own brains over time with training (Draganski, et al., 2004).

Stress is one of the major influences on the nervous system,…...

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References

AIS (2016). Stress effects. American Institute of Stress. Retrieved April 5, 2016 from  http://www.stress.org/stress-effects/ 

Draganski, B., Gaser, C., Busch, V., Schuierer, G., Boghdan, U. & May, A. (2004). Neuroplasticity: Changes in grey matter induced by training. Nature. Vol. 427 (22 Jan 2004) 311-312.

Pradhan, E., Baumgarten, M., Langenberg, P., Handwerger, B., Gilpin, A., Magyan, T., Hochberg, M. & Berman, B. (2007). Effect of mindfulness-based stress reduction on rheumatoid arthritis patients. Arthritis Care and Research. Vol. 57 (7) 1134-1142.

Zautra, A., Burleson, M., Matt, K., Roth, S. & Burrows, L. (1994). Interpersonal stress, depression and disease activity in rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis patients. Health Psychology. Vol. 13 (2) 139-148.

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Chen, X., Huang, R., Huang, Q., Chu, Y., and Yao, J. (2015). Systemic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Clinical Efficacy and Adverse Effects of ZhengqingFengtongning Combined with Methotrexate in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Evidence-Based Complementary and Alternative Medicine Volume 2015.

By definition, Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a protracted general inflammatory ailment, categorized by infammation of the synovial soft tissue and mutilation to articular tendons and bone, which in turn brings about extreme incapacity, practical deterioration, and enhanced death. This ailment is the most prevalent one with rheumatism having a pervasiveness of about one percent in North America and Europe, while that of Southeast Asia is lower to some extent as it has about 0.3%. The disease is an area of major concern as it is estimated that at the present moment, about five million individuals suffer from rheumatoid arthritis. This in turn has come to be both a social and economic problem…...

Doctors should be consulted on their effectiveness and safety (NIAMSD).
In the meantime, a person with fibromyalgia can help himself or herself feel better besides taking medicines (National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disorders 2004). He can try to get enough sleep of the right kind to ease or lessen the pain and fatigue. Although pain and fatigue may make exercise and daily activities difficult, the person should be as physically active as possible. Studies show that regular exercise is, in fact, among the most effective treatments of the condition. A patient can try walking or doing mild exercise slowly and according to the severity of his condition. He can or should also make adjustments at work, such as reducing his working hours or change to a less strenuous type of work, change some things in his work space. His diet also deserves a second look. Some persons…...

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Bibliography

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disorders. (2004). Questions and Answers About Fibromyalgia. NIH Publication # 04-5326.  http://www.niams.nih.gov/hi/topics/fibromyalgia/fibrofs.htm

Senio Fitness
Descibe the effect of execise on blood suga levels. How will this effect you execise ecommendations fo both insulin dependent and non-dependent clients food intake?

Execise cetainly helps to monito and assue healthy blood suga levels. It can help to decease cuent glucose levels in the blood as well as buning stoed blood suga, which is a leading facto in helping individuals lose weight. Moeove, execise can incease muscle mass and cadiovascula enduance. The addition of muscle can futhe help in egulating blood suga levels and glucose usage duing execise sessions.

When making ecommendations fo execise schedules fo clients with diabetes and othe insulin elated disodes, I would cetainly begin with a solid examination of the individual's specific backgound. While I would cetainly be inteested to know about any potential poblems even with non-diabetic clients, I would like to know about the seveity and specificity of the diabetic individual's medical histoy.…...

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references - Each client has a preferential learning style involving a dominant sensory channel. The trainer should take an active approach to learning style of each participant.

29) Give an example of each rule of professional conduct for teachers of older adults.

1. Professionalism -- Trainers should do their best to maintain the utmost levels of professionalism during sessions. An example of a commonly made mistake would be perhaps taking a cell phone call during a session.

2. Punctuality -- Knowing that many older adults are chronically early, it is critical for trainers to be on time and ready to begin their sessions.

3. Appropriate Language and Terminology -- Being that many older clients will not likely recognize most modern fitness terminology, it is important for trainers to convey their messages in a clear and understandable way. Failure to do so could potentially result in injury.

I have an in-depth research-based essay on the pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis. The essay explores the underlying mechanisms of the disease, including the role of the immune system, genetics, and environmental factors. It also discusses the inflammatory processes involved in rheumatoid arthritis and how they lead to joint damage and other symptoms. If you would like to read this essay, please let me know and I can provide it to you.
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Pathophysiology of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Introduction
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the synovial joints, leading to progressive joint damage and disability. The pathophysiology of RA involves a complex interplay of genetic, environmental, and immunological factors.

Genetic Susceptibility
Genetic factors play a significant role in the development of RA. The most strongly associated genetic risk factor is the human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DRB1 gene, particularly the shared epitope alleles (e.g., DRB10401). These alleles are present in approximately 60-70% of RA patients and increase the risk of disease by 20-40 times.

Environmental Triggers
Certain environmental triggers, such as smoking, periodontitis, and exposure to....

I. Introduction
A. Brief overview of rheumatoid arthritis
B. Explanation of the impact of rheumatoid arthritis on individuals
II. Causes of rheumatoid arthritis
A. Genetic factors
B. Environmental factors
III. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
A. Joint pain and stiffness
B. Swelling and inflammation in the joints
C. Fatigue
D. Fever
IV. Diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
A. Physical examination
B. Blood tests
C. Imaging tests
V. Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
A. Medications
1. Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
2. Corticosteroids
3. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)
B. Physical therapy
C. Surgery
VI. Complications of rheumatoid arthritis
A. Joint damage
B. Organ involvement
C. Increased risk of cardiovascular diseases
VII.....

Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that primarily affects the joints. It is characterized by inflammation and progressive damage to the joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and impaired mobility.
Symptoms
The symptoms of RA can vary in severity and manifestation, but the most common include:
Joint pain and tenderness
Swelling and stiffness in multiple joints, particularly the small joints of the hands, wrists, knees, and feet
Morning stiffness that lasts for more than 30 minutes
Symmetrical involvement of joints, meaning symptoms affect joints on both sides of the body
Fatigue and energy depletion
Low-grade fever and loss....