Rheumatoid lung disease
Alternate Names : Lung disease - rheumatoid arthritis, Rheumatoid nodules
Treatment
Many people with this condition have no symptoms. Therefore, therapies are aimed at treating the underlying disorder and complications resulting from the disorder. Corticosteroids or other immunosuppressive therapies are sometimes useful.
Prognosis (Expectations)
The outcome is related to the underlying disorder and the type and severity of lung disease.
Complications
Calling Your Health Care Provider
Call your health care provider PROMPTLY if you have rheumatoid arthritis and you develop unexplained breathing difficulties.
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