RA

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Alternative names
Rheumatoid arthritis; Arthritis - rheumatoid

Definition
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease that primarily affects the joints and surrounding tissues, but can also affect other organ systems.

See:

  • Rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis.

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    Last revised: December 4, 2012
    by Janet G. Derge, M.D.

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