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Scientists target gut microbiome to treat rheumatoid arthritis in world-first clinical trial

Professor Peter Nash with Carol Pocklington, who has lived with rheumatoid arthritis for more than 20 years. (ABC Sunshine Coast: Jessica Ross)

When Carol Pocklington was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis in 2000, it had a rapid and devastating effect on her health. 

"My knees gave out when I was on holiday … I just thought I had a strained muscle," Ms Pocklington said.

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