- Rheumatoid arthritis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Rheumatoid arthritis is an ongoing, called chronic, condition that causes pain, swelling and irritation, called inflammation, in the joints
- Rheumatoid arthritis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
Treatment There is no cure for rheumatoid arthritis Joint damage can happen quickly without treatment But clinical studies show that easing of symptoms, called remission, is more likely with early treatment with medicines called disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs)
- Rheumatoid Arthritis: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Steps to Take
Doctors diagnose RA by: Taking a medical history Performing a physical exam Ordering laboratory tests Ordering imaging studies, such as x-rays or ultrasound It can be difficult to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis when it is in the early stages because: The disease develops over time, and only a few symptoms may be present in the early stages
- Arthritis Rheumatic Diseases - Overview Types | NIAMS
Find information about more than 20 different arthritic diseases (those that affect the joints) and rheumatic diseases (which usually affect joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, and muscles)
- Leg swelling Causes - Mayo Clinic
Leg swelling is a common sign of fluid buildup It might happen from standing or sitting too long Or it might be a sign of a more serious condition
- Rheumatoid factor - Mayo Clinic
Rheumatoid factor — Overview covers definition, risks, results of rheumatoid factor blood test
- Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Symptoms, Types, Causes | NIAMS
Types of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis (JIA) There are multiple types of JIA, each with distinct features Generally, they all share arthritic symptoms of joint pain, swelling, warmth, and stiffness that last at least 6
- Osteoarthritis - Symptoms causes - Mayo Clinic
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis, affecting millions of people worldwide It happens when the protective cartilage that cushions the ends of the bones wears down over time
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