Modern Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis: Factors that Reduce the Effectiveness of Pharmacotherapy in Terms of Adherence to Treatment

Abstract

The psychological and social aspects of rheumatoid arthritis have long been the subject of research, but there are still many controversial and insufficiently studied issues, the interpretation of some of which is controversial. In particular, the relationship between the clinical, psychological and social characteristics of patients with rheumatoid arthritis is of particular importance. Also, there are few studies on the comprehensive assessment of quality of life, and the factors affecting quality of life have not been sufficiently studied. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines quality of life as the relationship between a person's health status and socio-economic conditions. This concept reflects a person's ability to function in society, including physical, emotional, spiritual and mental aspects. However, from a medical point of view, quality of life consists mainly of indicators related to a person's health status.