Top 5 Rheumatology Stories of 2018: Readers’ Choice

November 30, 2018

Here’s a quick look at what you found most interesting during the past year.

Arthritis pain management, SjÃ¶gren syndrome, new drug approvals, supplementation in RA, and dietary control of gout are among our most popular stories this year. Here’s a quick look back at 2018.

Ten recommendations from the European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) map out a patient-centered approach.

Based on treatment guidelines from the SjÃ¶gren’s Syndrome Foundation, this quiz tests your knowledge of one of the most difficult chronic autoimmune disorders to manage.

Here’s a brief overview of medications for rheumatologic disorders that were approved or granted a new indication in 2018. Scroll through the slideshow for details about new treatments for rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ulcerative colitis, plaque psoriasis, osteoporosis, and juvenile arthritis.

Reducing or eliminating the foods listed in this slideshow may help control gout and minimize the frequency of attacks.

When are supplements warranted in patients with rheumatoid arthritis? This slideshow examines the evidence for vitamins B, C, D, and E; calcium; and polyunsaturated fats.