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No, If you would like to have acloser look at the effects of Hashimoto's disease go to the link (Thyroid conditions - Hashimoto's disease) below.
Having hashimotos disease doesnt lead to to rheumatoid arthritis however having one autoimmune disorder puts you at risk for others. So If you have hashimotos your more likely to get RA then someone who doesnt have hashimotos. (I have both)
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 9y agoYes, rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease. in the case of joints it mistakenly takes the cartilage in the joints as a foreign material and destroys it leading to joint, bone, muscle and nerve damage. It is also reputed for attacking many other parts of the body including the blood vessels the brain, eyes and skin. At present, the reason for the disease is poorly understood and treatment consists of controlling the damage being done with anti-inflammatory and disease modifying drugs.
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∙ 11y agoThat would be unlikely.There is no reason to think that hyperuricemia would lead to The development of Rheumatoid arthritis. hyperuricemia is concentration of uric acid in the blood that is abnormally high and this can lead to the development of uric acid crystals in joints and other parts of the body, Uric acid however is a natural part of the chemicals that make up the blood and is not effected by the immune system and is normally eliminated by the kidneys the lower intestine and sweat. Rheumatoid arthritis on the other hand is an auto immune disease, that is the immune system mistakenly attacks tissues in the joints and other parts of the body it is far more prevalent in men then in women prior to menopause while the opposite is the case in the case of gout. At present the cause for the development of both gout and Rheumatoid arthritis is still unknown however both tend to have a genetic connection in many instances,
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∙ 11y agoRheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the immune system attack the body's own cartilage and other tissue. The cause or reason for this taking place is not known.
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∙ 10y agono the are seperate see this www.symptoms-of-ra.com/
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∙ 11y agoNO
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Rheumatoid arthritis in hands surgical appliances?
Damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis can lead to a replacement of damaged joints.
What is Flexion of a joint in an abnormal position seen in rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to a situation where joints can become damaged to a degree where joints can move into abnormal positions.
Can you catch Rheumatoid Arthritis from eating after someone who has it?
No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.
Am I at risk for rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is not a hereditary condition. While it is not passed down parents, certain genes that make you more susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis are.
What is the difference between arthritis and seronegative arthritis?
Arthritis comes in over a hundred different forms. However when referring to rheumatoid arthritis a blood test is done the checks for rheumatoid factor (RF). In about 70to 80% of cases rheumatoid arthritis will be accompanied by a positive RF. However in the rest of the cases where all indicators point to Rheumatoid arthritis and where no RF is found it is referred to a seronegative rheumatoid arthritis.
Will hyperuricemia lead to rheumatoid arthritis?
No gout hyperuricemia whuich is the result of a chemical overload is in no way connected with RA which is an Autoimmune disease the cause for which is as yet unknown
What kind of arthritis does hyperuricemia lead to?
Gout Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis in hands surgical appliances?
Damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis can lead to a replacement of damaged joints.
What is Flexion of a joint in an abnormal position seen in rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to a situation where joints can become damaged to a degree where joints can move into abnormal positions.
Can you catch Rheumatoid Arthritis from eating after someone who has it?
No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.
Am I at risk for rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is not a hereditary condition. While it is not passed down parents, certain genes that make you more susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis are.
Is Milwaukee shoulder a form of rheumatoid arthritis?
No, Milwaukee shoulder is not a type of rheumatoid arthritis.
What is the difference between arthritis and seronegative arthritis?
Arthritis comes in over a hundred different forms. However when referring to rheumatoid arthritis a blood test is done the checks for rheumatoid factor (RF). In about 70to 80% of cases rheumatoid arthritis will be accompanied by a positive RF. However in the rest of the cases where all indicators point to Rheumatoid arthritis and where no RF is found it is referred to a seronegative rheumatoid arthritis.
Is Arthritis not a terminal deseas?
Arthritis as such is not a terminal disease. However arthritis especially rheumatoid arthritis which is an immune system disease can lead to the development of other diseases that may be capable of killing you or the treatments used for various forms of arthritis can lead to death. However no one actually dies of arthritis.
Is surgery possible for rheumatoid arthritis?
rheumatoidarthritis is an autoimmune disease that attacks joints and other tissue of the body there is no cure for it at present. Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to surgery in the form of replacement joints and repairs to the damage it may eventually do,
What is the medical term meaning Rheumatoid Arthritis in the toes?
Rheumatoid arthritis in the toes Forefoot problems such as hammer toes, claw toes, mallet toes, and bunions often develop as a result of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Where do I need to go to find out more about diet for rheumotoid arthritis?
There are certain foods that can help you control your rheumatoid arthritis and the symptoms that go along with it. www.webmd.com/���rheumatoid-arthritis/guide/���can-your-diet-help-relieve-rheumatoid-arthritis
