The cause of rheumatoid arthritis is a combination of genetic and environmental factors

ESTIMATED MAYO CLINIC: What is the cause for the development of rheumatoid arthritis? ANSWER from Dr. Nisha Manek, Rheumatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, USA: As with many diseases, the causes of rheumatoid arthritis appear to be a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Genetic factors...

Advances in research offer hope for the future treatment of lupus

ESTIMATED MAYO CLINIC: She was diagnosed with lupus my daughter of 43. Is there any new information about lupus and what the latest news? ANSWER from Dr. Vaidehi Chowdhary, Rheumatology, Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minnesota, United States: Lupus is a complex disease whose exact cause is unknown, but several...

What to ask your gynecologist

Sure would not break or a business meeting or a lunch with a childhood friend, let alone a night out with your partner. Equally important should be the annual commitment for you to visit your gynecologist. Make the most of that time with the specialist to ask all you worry about your health. Probably ...