Surprise rheumatoid arthritis discovery points to new treatment

(University of Virginia Health System) Researchers have identified an unexpected contributor to rheumatoid arthritis that may help explain the painful flare-ups associated with the disease. The discovery points to a potential new treatment for the autoimmune disorder and may also allow the use of a simple blood test to detect people at elevated risk for developing the condition.
Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Source Type: news