Why should rheumatoid arthritis patients have regular checkups at the hospital? 1, rheumatoid arthritis is a disease that can not be completely cured, in the long-term treatment process must always be combined with changes in the condition, regular check-ups to evaluate whether the disease activity and the effectiveness of treatment. If the effect is not good or toxic side effects, should consider adjusting the treatment plan, so as not to delay the disease and lose the best time for treatment. 2, most of the drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis can produce more side effects. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly visit the hospital for relevant examinations and adjust the dose or type of drugs to achieve the least side effects and the best efficacy.