Management of Rheumatoid arthritis
Journal Title: International Journal of Allied Medical Sciences and Clinical Research - Year 2014, Vol 2, Issue 3
Abstract
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be defined as an autoimmune inflammatory disease which is represented in about1% of the world population and occurs in the middle age with increasing frequency in older population. RA has several types which can be caused by joint inflammation,bone or joint damage. Scientists were unable to determine the causes of such inflammation until few years ago when some evidences or clues were unveiled that involved mainly genetics and environmental factors. Although there is no known complete cure of RA, treatment aim to achieve several goals which are pain relief, slow joint degeneration and improve patient well- being. To achieve that, several approaches could be applied including lifestyle, medication, routine monitoring and surgery.
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Amal Ghouraba
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