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Ok Here's A Question ....IS RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS Hereditary And Also, Are People With RA Eventually Going To Get IBS, And Fibromyalgia?

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Vernon, NJ
August 8, 2024
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Is rheumatoid arthritis (RA) hereditary?

- Genetic Factors: RA can be influenced by genetic factors. Specific genes, such as HLA-DR4, STAT4, TRAF1, C5, and PTPN22, are associated with an increased risk of developing RA
- Hereditary Aspect: While you may inherit genes that increase your risk, it doesn't guarantee you will Show Full Answer

Is rheumatoid arthritis (RA) hereditary?

- Genetic Factors: RA can be influenced by genetic factors. Specific genes, such as HLA-DR4, STAT4, TRAF1, C5, and PTPN22, are associated with an increased risk of developing RA.
- Hereditary Aspect: While you may inherit genes that increase your risk, it doesn't guarantee you will develop RA. Other factors like smoking, viruses, bacteria, obesity, and being female also play a role.

Are people with RA eventually going to get IBS and fibromyalgia?

- Fibromyalgia: It is not uncommon for people with RA to also develop fibromyalgia. Studies show that the prevalence of fibromyalgia in people with RA ranges from 7.4% to 20%.
- IBS: The provided context does not mention a direct link between RA and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome).

For more detailed information, please refer to the sources provided in the knowledge base.

August 8, 2024
A myRAteam Member

It is hereditary but that does not mean they will get RA and it certainly doesn't mean they will have what you have!

August 11, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I had an aunt who had RA and my mother had chron's disease, and I found out that an great aunt on my dad's side had rheumatism, which is what they called it way back when. I have RA and I now have IBS.

August 9, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hello LeidaAcevedo I got IBS due to the medication for RA! Fibromyalgia due to breaking my neck/but my Dr don't like that word he says many Dr use fibromyalgia when they can't pin point the actual disease.

August 8, 2024

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