Rheumatoid Arthritis: Meaning, Symptoms, Modern PowerPoint Presentation
Diagnosis, and Treatment
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hat is Rheumatoid Arthritis and its causes Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune condition. It is a chronic condition and gradually affects your joints and certain other body parts. It causes pain and swelling in and around the joints and other affected parts of the body. Rheumatoid Arthritis occurs when your immune system attacks the lining of the membrane surrounding your joint (synovium). This leads to inflammation of this lining. The inflammation gradually thickens and starts destroying the cartilage and bone within the joint. It also weakens the tendon and ligaments holding the joints together and as a result, the joints start losing their shape. PA G E 2
at are the major symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthr • Joint pain • Joint swelling • Stiffness in joints • Joints on both sides of the body are affected • deformity of joints • Difficulty in walking • Fever • Loss of mobility • Weight loss • Weakness
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How to diagnose Rheumatoid Arthritis? Rheumatoid Arthritis is difficult to diagnose in early stages because the symptoms resemble certain other conditions. If symptoms do not go away early with the treatment, the doctor might suggest some Rheumatoid arthritis blood tests. • Rheumatoid Factor Test - This test is done to check the levels of protein called rheumatoid factor. • ESR - The test is done to examine the levels of inflammation in the body. • CRP test - Inflammation and infection increase the level of C-reactive protein. Higher CRP levels can indicate the occurrence of Rheumatoid Arthritis PA G E 4
How to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis? There is no specific treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis. However, the doctor might give medications to treat the symptoms and prevent the condition from worsening. Also, he/she might suggest some dietary changes and exercises.
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Conclusion Rheumatoid Arthritis, itself, cannot be treated. Only its symptoms can be treated with the help of medication. If you experience the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis, don’t wait to see a doctor as you can prevent it from worsening with timely treatment.
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