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There are over a hundred forms of Arthritis but there is only one rheumatoid arthritis unless you also count juvenile RA as well.

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What system can you get arthritis from?

The immune system can be the cause of many different forms of arthritis the main one being Rheumatoid arthritis.


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Arthritis or rheumatism


Is juvenile rheumatiod arthritis the only arthritis that you can be born with?

Yes, you can actually be born with arthritis. Most of the people born with arthritis are born with Rheumatoid Arthritis.


What is the scientific name for arthritis?

There are about a hundred different forms of arthritis The main ones being Osteoarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis and Gout These are divided into inflammatory and non inflammatory forms of arthritis's and are referred to by their various names.


Is arthritis chronic or acute?

most forms of arthritis are chronic, this is particularly so in the case of inflammatory forms of arthritis like for example rheumatoid arthritis which is an autoimmune disease


What disease is best described by chronic pain and swelling in the joints?

Rheumatoid arthritis.


Can you catch Rheumatoid Arthritis from eating after someone who has it?

No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.


How many people have Arthritis in the world?

Between 2 to 3% of them have Rheumatoid arthritis


What type of arthritis would a 32 year old woman have?

there are over a hundred different forms of arthritis to chose from. however the main forms of arthritis are either osteo / degenerative arthritis, or Rheumatoid arthritis. If you feel that you are starting to have a problem with arthritis it is very important that you seek medical advice as soon as possible as either form especially rheumatoid can lead to serious damage if left untreated.


What is a good definition of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in your joints. The main symptoms are joint pain and swelling. It‰Ûªs the second most common form of arthritis in North America. Research has given us a better understanding about the process of inflammation, and this has led to better forms of treatment for rheumatoid arthritis.


Is rheumatiod arthritis believed to be an autoimmune disease?

There are many forms of arthritis that are Autoimmune diseases Like for example rheumatoid arthritis's. This is a disease where the immune system of the body mistakenly attacks tissue in joints and other organs and part of the body. However this is not the case in all forms of arthritis For example osteoarthritis is a disease where joints are effected by wear tear and trauma and not as a result of inflammation caused by the immune system.


Can you get arthirits when you are a kid?

Yes, you can forms Rheumatoid arthritis for example can even be found among baby's