Fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis reflects pain, not disease activity

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Abstract

High fatigue levels characterize RA and are mainly linked to pain and depression. The association with disease activity is secondary. Fatigue falls with DMARD and anti-TNF therapy. The balance of evidence suggests that fatigue is centrally mediated in established RA.

Topics & Keywords

Rheumatoid Arthritis Research and Therapies Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders Research Peripheral Neuropathies and Disorders

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Lara D. Veeken

Volume 45, Issue 7, pp. 885-889

DOI: 10.1093/rheumatology/kel021

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