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Aside from joint problems, anemia is one of the more common problems in people with RA. As many as 60% of R A sufferers are anemic.
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How does rheumatoid arthritis affect the blood?
It is not unusual for Anemia or "low blood" to accompany rheumatoid arthritis. Anemia indicates a low number of red blood cells and that these cells are low in hemoglobin, the substance that carries oxygen through the body. A low white blood cell count (leukopenia) can occur as a result of Felty's syndrome which is a complication of rheumatoid arthritis that is also characterized by enlargement of the spleen.
What is reason that anemia is present in Rheumatoid arthritis?
For an explanation of the various reasons that people with RA are more likely to have or get anemia You should go to the Related link(Rheumatoid arthritis and Anaemia)below.
How do vascular changes cause rheumatoid arthritis?
They don't as far as we know, The cause Of rheumatoid arthritis is still not known.
Can tuberculosis cause rheumatoid arthritis?
No Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in its own right and is not a reaction to TB.
Does Rheumatoid Arthritis cause chronic dry mouth and throat?
Yes aside from Rheumatoid Arthritis dry mouth can also be brought on bydiseases or infections or medical conditions including HIV/AIDS, Diabetes, Anemia, Sjogren's syndrome, cystic fibrosis, the mumps or a stroke.
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause tachycardia?
No. However rhuematoid arthritis can cause heart damage.
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause a mutation at birth?
No
Can rheumatoid arthritis cause facial tics?
No
Does rheumatoid arthritis cause facial paralysis?
No.
Can thrombocytosis cause rheumatoid arthritis?
It is more like the other way around Rheumatoid arthritis is one of a considerable number of disease that can cause thrombocytosis.
Can metal dust give you rheumatoid arthritis?
We don't know, at this point in time we do not yet know the cause of Rheumatoid arthritis.
What is paraplegia rheumatoid arthritis?
The destruction of the lumbar spine in association with rheumatoid arthritis rarely is severe enough to cause paraplegia.
