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Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive inflammatory disorder characterized by proliferation of the synovial membrane and persistent uncontrolled inflammation resulting in a chronic destructive polyarthritis. Typically, RA manifests as a symmetric arthritis involving numerous small and large joints. Articular symptoms may be accompanied by systemic inflammatory symptoms such as fatigue, articular stiffness, anorexia, or fever.
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Preventing Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the body attacks its own cells, causing pain and inflammation. While there is no known way to prevent rheumatoid arthritis altogether, certain behaviors may help delay disease onset and minimize its impact on your quality of life.
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How Rheumatoid Arthritis Is Diagnosed
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is challenging to diagnose, especially in the early stage, because the signs and symptoms are similar to many other conditions. Healthcare providers rely on a physical exam, family medical history, several blood tests, and imaging such as X-rays, MRIs, and ultrasound. MRI and ultrasound images can reveal signs of RA at an early stage and guide your treatment by showing the extent of your joint damage.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis and Platelet Disorders
Rheumatoid arthritis can affect blood platelets and lead to platelet disorders in a few different ways. Both thrombocytosis and thrombocytopenia can be traced back to a malfunctioning of the immune system, though the latter condition may also be a complication of RA treatment.
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What to Know About Inflammatory Polyarthropathy
Inflammatory polyarthropathy, or polyarthritis, affects five or more joints. It's not a specific type of arthritis but a term used when the disease process is driven by inflammation.
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