{"id":8511,"date":"2019-10-16T15:53:58","date_gmt":"2019-10-16T19:53:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/?post_type=mpl_conditions&p=8511"},"modified":"2026-01-14T15:12:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-14T20:12:18","slug":"rheumatoid-arthritis-treatment","status":"publish","type":"mpl_conditions","link":"https:\/\/www.getmaple.ca\/conditions\/rheumatoid-arthritis-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Rheumatoid Arthritis"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","acf":{"hero_headline":"Rheumatoid arthritis treatment, diagnosis & prescriptions","meta_description":"Suffering from rheumatoid arthritis? Get advice and treatment options from the comfort of your home. Talk to a doctor online now.","condition_tabs":[{"tab_content":[{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I talk to a doctor on Maple about my rheumatoid arthritis?","accordion_intro":"

Yes. In many cases, a doctor on Maple can diagnose rheumatoid arthritis online by asking about your symptoms, observing your condition, and ordering tests. They may send you for lab work or x-rays to confirm your diagnosis. They will then be able to write necessary prescriptions, and recommend an appropriate course of treatment. If the doctor suspects you have a more serious problem, they may suggest for you to go to a clinic for a thorough physical examination.<\/span><\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"Can I get a prescription on Maple?","accordion_intro":"

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Yes, our physicians can prescribe medications online during your consultation. Once you accept a prescription, you\u2019ll have the option to pick it up from any pharmacy or to have it delivered right to your door at no additional cost.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","accordion_content":"

You can visit our\u00a0How it Works<\/a>\u00a0page to learn more.<\/p>\n","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What is rheumatoid arthritis?","accordion_intro":"

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that can affect a variety of body systems, including the joints, skin, eyes, lungs, heart, and blood vessels. It is classified as an autoimmune disorder because it occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your body\u2019s own tissues. When it does affect your joints, it affects the lining of the joints causing painful swelling, bone erosion, and deformity.<\/p>\n","accordion_content":"","accordion_more_text":"See more","accordion_less_text":"See less"},{"acf_fc_layout":"accordion","accordion_title":"What are the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?","accordion_intro":"

Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis may include:<\/span><\/p>\n