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Rheumatoid arthritis is widely thought to be an auto immune disease in which the immune system attacks the body, although some medical professionals believe it is caused by a virus or bacteria triggering a response from the immune system.
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Which type of arthritis is found in younger patients such as people in their 20s?
Either osteoarthritis gained as a result of trauma in an accident or an inflammatory arthritis which is an autoimmune disease like juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Which type of arthritis is generally considered a noninflammatory type of arthritis?
Osteo arthritis, which is not caused by inflamation but by wear and tear truama, misalignment of joints and such.
Is rheumatoid arthritis infectious?
neither Arthritis is a condition, There are more then a hundred forms of arthritis to chose from. Arthritis usually concerns joint pain stiffness and inflammation however, there are forms of arthritis that can cause problems with many other parts of the body. the causes for most forms of arthritis is unknown. and there is no cure. In some cases bacterial or viral infections are suspected of playing a part in the disease. However in the main forms of arthritis (1) Osteoarthritis (degenerative) caused by wear and tear and or injury, (2)Rhheumatoid arthritis (Autoimmune disease) and (3) Gout often the result of (excessive uric acid buildup in the system). these diseases while not curable can usually be brought under control using anti inflammatory's, steroids, or disease modifying drugs.
If you have rhumetoid arthritis are you at risk for type 1 diabetes?
New research shows that people with diabetes are nearly twice as likely to have arthritis, indicating a diabetes arthritis connection. both are Autoimmune diseases and life style changes that need to be made for both of them also have a lot in common.
What type of arthritis does celebrex treat?
Celebrex is a non steroidal anti inflammatory and can be used to reduce inflammation that is caused by any form of arthritis. Naturally it is quite popular in the early stages of rheumatoid arthritis which is inflammatory arthritis.
What is the medical term for an autoimmune type of arthritis?
RA
Which type of arthritis is an autoimmune disorder?
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Psoriatic Arthritis are the most common.
Which of these conditions is an autoimmune disorder?
There are many conditions that can be considered an autoimmune disorder. In fact there are about 80 known autoimmune disorders. They include rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis, celiac disease, reactive arthritis, Addison's disease, Type I diabetes, lupus, Kawasaki's disease, and vasculitis.
What exactly is rheumatoid arthritis?
Rheumatoid arthritis is an inflammation of the joints. It cause extreme pain and can actually occur at any age. It is a type of autoimmune disorder so if one has other autoimmune diseases it is more likely to suffer from this.
Which type of arthritis is found in younger patients such as people in their 20s?
Either osteoarthritis gained as a result of trauma in an accident or an inflammatory arthritis which is an autoimmune disease like juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
What type of a disorder is rheumatoid arthritis?
RA, considered an autoimmune disorder, is often connected with food allergies/intolerances.
Which type of arthritis is generally considered a noninflammatory type of arthritis?
Osteo arthritis, which is not caused by inflamation but by wear and tear truama, misalignment of joints and such.
The autoimmune disease characterized by the abnormal production of IgM antibodies that attack IgG type antibodies is called?
rheumatic arthritis
Is rheumatoid arthritis infectious?
neither Arthritis is a condition, There are more then a hundred forms of arthritis to chose from. Arthritis usually concerns joint pain stiffness and inflammation however, there are forms of arthritis that can cause problems with many other parts of the body. the causes for most forms of arthritis is unknown. and there is no cure. In some cases bacterial or viral infections are suspected of playing a part in the disease. However in the main forms of arthritis (1) Osteoarthritis (degenerative) caused by wear and tear and or injury, (2)Rhheumatoid arthritis (Autoimmune disease) and (3) Gout often the result of (excessive uric acid buildup in the system). these diseases while not curable can usually be brought under control using anti inflammatory's, steroids, or disease modifying drugs.
When the body responds to its own cells as foreign antigens this results in?
When the body responds to its own cells as foreign antigens, it results in an autoimmune reaction. This can lead to inflammation, tissue damage, and a variety of autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and type 1 diabetes.
What causes inflamed spine?
Inflammation of the spine can be caused by conditions such as ankylosing spondylitis, which is a type of arthritis that primarily affects the spine, as well as infections like spinal osteomyelitis or discitis. Other potential causes include autoimmune diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis or lupus, and conditions like spinal stenosis or herniated discs.
What are examples of autoimmune disorders?
Examples of autoimmune disorders include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, type 1 diabetes, multiple sclerosis, and Hashimoto's thyroiditis. These conditions occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells in the body.
