Patient-reported fatigue in patients with rheumatoid arthritis who commence biologic therapy: a longitudinal study.

Aims And Objectives: To examine changes in patient-reported fatigue, over a twelve month period, in rheumatoid arthritis patients who commence biologic treatment, and to identify possible predictors for such changes.

Background: Fatigue is a burdensome symptom for patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Despite biologics being effective in reducing disease activity, patients still report fatigue.