Updated pharmacological management of rheumatoid arthritis for women before, during, and after pregnancy, reflecting recent guidelines.

Kieran Edward MurrayLouise MooreCeline O'BrienAnne ClohessyCaroline BrophyPatricia MinnockOliver FitzGeraldEamonn S MolloyAnne-Barbara MongeyShane HigginsMary F HigginsFionnuala M Mc AuliffeDouglas J Veale

Published in: Irish journal of medical science (2018)

RA tends to improve during pregnancy and flare postpartum. Several anti-rheumatic medication options during pregnancy and breastfeeding are now available including anti-tumor necrosis factor (anti-TNF) agents. Good disease control at all stages of reproduction is important to ensure best outcome for both mother and baby.

Keyphrases

rheumatoid arthritis
disease activity
ankylosing spondylitis
interstitial lung disease
pregnancy outcomes
healthcare
preterm infants
emergency department
polycystic ovary syndrome
preterm birth
type diabetes
systemic lupus erythematosus
systemic sclerosis
cervical cancer screening