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Evaluation of Changes in Hydration and Body Cell Mass with Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis after Exercise Program for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients
Published on: July 14, 2023
Medical treatment of adolescents with rheumatic disease
1University of Colorado School of Medicine/The Children's Hospital, Denver 80218, USA.
Abstract:
Although medication has yet to cure rheumatic disease, over the past two decades many adolescent patients have had improved quality of life with better control of pain, deformity, and weakness. However, noncompliance resulting from risk-taking behavior and concerns about cosmetic side effects and fertility may reduce the effectiveness of any drug regimen. The author reviews commonly used medications and their indications and side effects, and includes a section about the effect of pregnancy on rheumatic disease.
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