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rheumatoid arthritis
–noun Pathology.
| a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the joints, frequently accompanied by marked deformities, and ordinarily associated with manifestations of a general, or systemic, affliction. |
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1855–60
1855–60
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rheumatoid arthritis  (click for larger image in new window) n. A chronic disease marked by stiffness and inflammation of the joints, weakness, loss of mobility, and deformity. |
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Main Entry: rheumatoid arthritis
Function: noun
: a usually chronic disease that is considered an autoimmune disease and is characterized especially by pain, stiffness,inflammation, swelling, and sometimes destruction of joints —abbreviation RA; called also atrophic arthritis; —compare
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rheumatoid arthritis n.
A chronic and progressive systemic disease, especially common in women, characterized by stiffness and inflammation of the joints and sometimes leading to deformity and disability. Also called arthritis deformans.
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rheumatoid arthritis (r 'mə-toid') Pronunciation Key
A chronic autoimmune disease characterized by progressive arthritis of several small or medium-sized joints, especially in the hands. Symptoms can include morning stiffness, joint swelling and weakness, and deformity and disability. |
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Info
RA is a Common Type of Arthritis. Learn About a Treatment Option.
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RA is a Common Type of Arthritis. Learn About a Treatment Option.
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