November 8, 2024 4:48 PM

Gut microbiome changes may signal onset of rheumatoid arthritis

Researchers have identified shifts in the gut microbiome that could signal the onset of rheumatoid arthritis, providing a potential opportunity for targeted treatments. A team from the University of Leeds and Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust discovered that bacteria linked to inflammation were found in higher quantities in the gut about 10 months before patients developed clinical rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. The findings could help identify individuals at risk, paving the way for preventi...