Definition
A chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the synovial lining of joints, causing inflammation, pain, swelling, and progressive joint destruction. Commonly affects the hands, wrists, and feet.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Modern MedicalRheumatoid arthritis is a long-term autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the lining of the joints, causing pain, swelling and stiffness. It usually affects the small joints of the hands, wrists and feet on both sides, and morning stiffness often lasts more than an hour. Without care, the inflammation can gradually damage cartilage and bone. At AVN Arogya, rheumatoid arthritis is managed within our rheumatology care.
Also known as: RA
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