You have your own health history. Talk with your doctor about your risk factors and background with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). By talking openly and often with your doctor, you can take an active role in your care.
Here are some tips that will make it simpler for you to talk to your doctor:
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Last reviewed November 2019 by EBSCO Medical Review Board Warren A. Bodine, DO, CAQSM Last Updated: 2/16/2021