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In RA, the immune system is stuck in overdrive. Certain immune cells release inflammatory signals that damage cartilage, bone, and surrounding tissues. Over time, this ongoing inflammation leads to joint deformity and systemic complications affecting the heart, lungs, and overall health. Standard treatments—such as DMARDs and biologics—aim to block specific inflammatory pathways. These medications can be highly effective, but they often come with side effects and do not necessarily address the underlying immune dysfunction that triggered RA in the first place.