Can pregnancy affect rheumatoid arthritis?
Pregnancy often has a significant effect on RA symptoms, and around 75% of women experience an improvement in their symptoms during pregnancy. You may also experience a worsening of your symptoms or no change.
Active RA during pregnancy can increase the risk of complications such as premature birth and low birth weight.
It’s vital that you tell your consultant as soon as possible when you’re pregnant, so your pregnancy can be managed effectively.
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