Rheumatoid Arthritis Flashcards
(2 cards)
1
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A type of chronic systemic inflammatory arthritis and connective tissue disorder affecting more women (ages 35-45) than men
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
2
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Rheumatoid Arthritis: Factors
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- Environmental factors such as pollution and smoking
- Genetics
- Autoimmune connective tissue disorders
- Fatigue, emotional stress
- Cold, infection