Abstract

A REVIEW ON MEDICINAL PLANT USED IN TREATMENT OF RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

Sanjay Vyas*, Pooja Khanpara, Vishva Khunt and Dr. Shital Faldu

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Abstract

Rheumatoid arthritis is a kind of autoimmune disorder that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues in the body. Although the exact trigger is still unknown, the immune system typically produces antibodies that seek and destroy viruses and bacteria to protect against infections. Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammatory condition characterized by swollen joints, which can affect various areas of the body, such as the hands, feet, and sometimes internal organs. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, particularly the joints. Natural plant extracts and compounds (NPECs) have been utilized from plants and herbs as a clinical therapy to treat rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in order to relieve such symptoms. Research into the potential use of NPECs as a novel treatment option for rheumatoid arthritis is a promising development.

Keywords: Herbal plant, Rheumatoid arthritis, Traditional medicine, Medicinal plant.