Divya from United Arab Emirites asks: I have had two successful pregnancies but have had increasing joint pain, stiffness and swelling after each pregnancy. A CCP antibody test has returned positive. What is going on?
The time after pregnancy is a higher risk period for the development of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Conversely, rheumatoid arthritis often goes into remission during pregnancy. A positive anti-CCP antibody is usually associated with rheumatoid arthritis as well. It is important to discuss a treatment plan with your physician or rheumatologist to ensure a good outcome, but also safety for you and baby.
Posted: March 30, 2016
Tagged: pregnancy, rheumatoid arthritis