Research Explores Hidden Drivers of Persistent Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain

New research from Semmelweis University suggests that pain and fatigue in rheumatoid arthritis can persist even after inflammation is controlled, due to underlying factors such as depression, poor sleep, obesity, smoking, and chronic pain. Identifying these 'hidden drivers' could lead to more personalized treatment approaches and prevent unnecessary changes in medication. The findings were published in Nature Reviews Rheumatology and The Lancet Rheumatology.