Gut Microbiome's Role in Rheumatoid Arthritis Uncovered
Research led by the University of Leeds has identified specific changes in the gut microbiome of individuals at risk of rheumatoid arthritis (RA), potentially uncovering mechanisms of disease onset. The study found significant differences in the abundance of Prevotellaceae in individuals who progressed to RA, with gut microbiome instability observed around ten months before clinical arthritis onset. These findings suggest that understanding microbiome dynamics could enhance RA prediction, prevention, and personalized treatment strategies.