Further studies are warranted to find out if higher or more frequent doses of rhIL-11 may be safe and efficacious in treating RA.

Biologics were first used to treat RA in 1998.

But a specialist has more training in treating RA.

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Treating RA Without Insurance?

Most of the traditional medications used to treat RA have been used in the treatment of Felty's syndrome.

Some of the same drugs used to treat RA also help anemia of chronic disease.

Researchers now recognize that the first year is a critical time to treat RA.

See how biologics work to treat RA and what's involved in your treatment.

Some scientists speculate that the medicines used to treat RA may affect women and men differently.