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… explained by another disease such as lupus or gout . An evaluation results in a score … explained by another disease such as lupus or gout . An evaluation results in a score …
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Condition Basics What is rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition in which the body's own immune system attacks the joints. This causes swollen, stiff, and painful …
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… Actionset Overview Rheumatoid arthritis can mean living with long-term … care for yourself. Set goals to practice your coping skills. These can include learning ways … care for yourself. Set goals to practice your coping skills. These can include learning ways …
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… Overview Rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are … is the most common form of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis affects about one-tenth … main difference between osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis is the cause behind the …
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… Related Information Arthritis: Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Rheumatoid Arthritis References Citations O'Dell JR (2013). Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. In GS Firestein et al., …
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… Overview Rheumatoid arthritis primarily affects the … have severe disease. Problems associated with rheumatoid arthritis can develop in the: Eyes. … ( ulcers ) of the skin. And people who have rheumatoid arthritis seem to develop plaque …
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… reconstruct or replace a diseased joint. For rheumatoid arthritis , arthroplasty is done to … Surgery such as arthroplasty will not cure rheumatoid arthritis, nor will it stop disease … physiotherapy, and exercise. Pain from rheumatoid arthritis can no longer be …
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… surgeries to correct joint problems in the hand caused by rheumatoid arthritis , … of the wrist and supplies feeling to the hand (median nerve). Tendon release, which may …
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… Overview When rheumatoid arthritis affects the neck joints, particularly those located at the … loss of bowel or bladder control, and unusual head and neck sensations. Pressure may also … loss of bowel or bladder control, and unusual head and neck sensations. Pressure may also …
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… to work on the joint. Surgery will not cure rheumatoid arthritis or stop the disease's … Citations Chalmers PN, et al. (2011). Rheumatoid synovectomy: Does the surgical … Rheumatology Chalmers PN, et al. (2011). Rheumatoid synovectomy: Does the surgical …
