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Dirty air may trigger painful rheumatoid arthritis flares
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A new study published in the Annals of the Rheumatic Diseases suggests that air pollution, particularly fine particulate matter, can trigger painful flare-ups in rheumatoid arthritis patients. Researchers found that environmental factors play a significant role in disease activity for those already diagnosed with the condition.
Air pollution may make rheumatoid arthritis more active and increase the likelihood of painful flare-ups, according to a new study. The strongest connection involved fine particulate matter found in dust, soot, and smoke (PM 2.5 ).
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