rheumatoid arthirits Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
where did rheumatoid arthritis affect
A
-joints e.g. wrists and knees
-attacks the synovial membrane
2
Q
causes of rheumatoid arthritis
A
genetic predisposition, immune system attacking the joints
3
Q
major symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
A
-permanent joint damage, swelling, stiffness, joint pain
4
Q
major treatments of rheumatoid arthritis
A
anti-inflammatory drugs
5
Q
most susceptible people
A
women and genetically predisposed people
