1 -Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune inflammatory type of arthritis.
The joints are primarily affected by rheumatoid arthritis but organs may also be involved.
2 - Rheumatoid arthritis patients are classified as seropositive or seronegative.
3 - There are physical symptoms which are common to rheumatoid arthritis.
4 - Imaging studies and blood tests, along with the physical examination, are used in combination to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis.
5 - With rheumatoid arthritis, joint damage can occur early after disease onset.
6 - There are 1.3 million adults in the United States with rheumatoid arthritis.
7 - People with rheumatoid arthritis have an increased risk of mortality or death rate compared to the general population.
8 - There is a high risk of disability for rheumatoid arthritis patients.
9 - Physical limitations may become disabling. The disease may challenge your emotions. With a positive attitude, you can take action and find solutions.