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Deer Tick Bacteria DNA in Joint Fluid Not Reliable Marker of Active Lyme Arthritis, Study Finds
May 12, 2011 — New research shows that polymerase chain reaction (PCR) testing for Borrelia burgdorferi DNA--the spirochetal bacteria transmitted by deer ticks--in joint fluid may confirm the diagnosis of Lyme ... > full story -
Researchers Identify Novel Pathophysiologic Mechanism Responsible for Autoimmunity
April 25, 2011 — Researchers have discovered that human proteins with an affinity for dermatan sulfate (DS) have the propensity to become autoantigens. In a companion article, the researchers also found that DS ... > full story -
Immediate Treatment Can Alleviate Future Back Problems, Research Suggests
April 18, 2011 — Immediate treatment by a physiotherapist, bypassing a waiting list, can reduce problems with recurring low back pain, new research ... > full story -
Study Finds Changes in Incidence of End-Stage Renal Disease from Lupus Nephritis
March 28, 2011 — New research documenting changes in the incidence and outcomes of end-stage renal disease (ESRD) in the US between 1995 and 2006, found a significant increase in incidence rates among patients 5 to ... > full story -
Traffic Accidents Linked to Increased Risk of Chronic Widespread Pain
March 21, 2011 — Individuals with poorer health or psychological issues may be prone to developing chronic widespread pain following a traumatic event. New research has found that the onset of chronic pain was more ... > full story -
Depression Can Worsen Knee Arthritis Symptoms in Older Adults
March 16, 2011 — Clinical depression can exacerbate the symptoms of knee arthritis beyond what is evident on X-rays, according to a new study. Patients with mild to moderate knee arthritis are especially affected by ... > full story -
New Drug Approved for Treating Most Common Type of Lupus
March 10, 2011 — A new drug -- Benlysta (belimumab) -- has been approved by the US Food and Drug Administration. Benlysta, which treats the most common type of lupus, is the first in a new class of pharmaceuticals ... > full story -
Joint Pain in Children: Is It Just a Sore Knee, or Could It Be Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis?
March 2, 2011 — While lab tests and imaging can sometimes help diagnose juvenile idiopathic arthritis, a physical examination and thorough patient history are the most valuable tools in identifying this ... > full story -
New Clue to Lupus: Failed Autoimmune Suppression Mechanism
February 3, 2011 — Researchers have identified a regulatory defect that drives lupus. Correcting the defect may represent an effective therapeutic approach to systemic lupus erythematosus-like autoimmune disease, ... > full story -
Rheumatoid Arthritis Researchers Redefine Remission
February 3, 2011 — The American College of Rheumatology has announced the release of two new provisional definitions of rheumatoid arthritis remission, which are to be applied to future RA clinical ... > full story
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