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How does rheumatoid arthritis affect Musculoskeletal structures?
Robbb
atrophy, shrinking and weakening of muscles surrounding joints affected by RA can occur. this this is most common in the hands. this can also happen as the result of avoiding the use of muscle in areas where there is pain and inflammation. Damage to bones and tendons can lead to deformities around joints. Osteoporosis and carpal tunnel syndrome
and nerve entrapment are also common complications of rheumatoid arthritis.
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Does arthritis affect the circulatory system?
Inflamatory arthritis like rheumatoid can.
How does rheumatoid arthritis affect the Kidney?
RA is not known to have a direct affect on kidneys, however some the drugs used in the treatment of Rheumatoid arthritis are likely to bring about kidney problems unless they are monitored carefully.
Does Arthritis affect your joint capsule?
Rheumatoid arthritis for example will totly destroy it over time if it is not kept under controll
Can arthritis affect children as young as the age of six years old?
Yes. Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis (JRA) can appear in kids that young.
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 symmetric arthritis?
This would refer to the type of arthritis that tends to affect the same joints on both sides of the body at the same time, there is a symmetry to the way it flares and is generally Rheumatoid arthritis.
Can my diet affect my chances of getting Rheumatoid Arthritis?
It is hard to find accurate signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis because they can occur and quickly disappear again. Dieting does cannot directly help because the disease affects your joints and muscles, not your digestive system.
How does rheumatoid arthritis affect life expectancy?
Rheumatoid arthritis is in itself not a fatal disease, however life expectancy is often a little shorter shorter for people with RA. This does not necessarily apply to all that have RA however as there can be many organs affected, many complications and treatment related side effects can contribute to premature death.Rheumatoid arthritis usually affects the joints, never the less it is a condition that can effect and impact on entire body. Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic disease that can affect many of the body's organs and normal functions..
What exactly is arthritis?
AnswerThe term arthritisliterally means joint inflammation, but it also is used to refer to more than 100 rheumatic diseases. These diseases can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in joints and may also affect other parts of the body.Some common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis,rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus,gout, juvenile rheumatoid Arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis.
What is imflamitory arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis. This disease is the result of the immune system mistakenly turning on its own body and destroying connective tissu such as cartilage. It can also affect many other parts of the body.
How does arthritis affect cartilage?
Cartilage being worn away is a major part of the symptoms of arthritis in the joints, However it is not the cause of arthritis. A lack of cartilage is a part of arthritis.
What ages are affected by RA?
Rheumatoid arthritis affect people of all ages even babys. In the case of young people it is often referred to as JRA or Juvenile Rheumatoid arthritis. If it is diagnosed action should be taken immediately to avoid joint and other tissue damage.
