Rheumatoid Arthritis Myths and Facts

Medically Reviewed by Jabeen Begum, MD on September 25, 2023
Written by Suzanne Verity
Question 1/10

Rheumatoid arthritis is linked to:

  • Smoking
  • Pregnancy
  • Birth control pills
  • All of the above
Question 2/10

Beer could help you steer clear of RA.

  • True
  • False
Question 3/10

Sugary soda could make you more likely to get RA.

  • True
  • False
Question 4/10

If you have RA, exercise is bad for your joints.

  • True
  • False
Question 5/10

Researchers think the cause of rheumatoid arthritis is tied to:

  • Genes
  • Environment
  • Hormones
  • All of the above
Question 6/10

Pregnancy can ease RA symptoms.

  • True
  • False
Question 7/10

The sooner you’re in remission -- when disease symptoms go away for a while -- the longer it’s likely to last.

  • True
  • False
Question 8/10

Which food could ease your symptoms?

  • Blueberries
  • Fish oil
  • Flaxseed
  • None of the above
Question 9/10

Which critter could help create a new drug?

  • Worms
  • Ants
  • Snakes
Question 10/10

Bacterial infections in your body might lead to rheumatoid arthritis.

  • True
  • False