Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) by Joshua Kim https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm en-us 2024-10-25 10:51:30 UTC 2024-10-25 11:00:27 UTC hello@padlet.com Symptoms dg26jkim https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187418104 Joint pain, swelling, and stiffness (esp in hands, wrists, and knees)


Fatigue, fever, and loss of appetite


Joint deformity and reduced mobility over time


https://www.singlecare.com/conditions/rheumatoid-arthritis-symptoms

]]> 2024-10-25 10:53:16 UTC https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187418104 Causes dg26jkim https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187418916 Autoimmune disorder where immune system attacks joint tissues.


Likely influenced by genetic factors, hormonal changes, and external triggers (e.g., smoking)


https://healthmatch.io/blog/nature-vs-nurture-the-causes-of-rheumatoid-arthritis-and-why-some-people-are-more-at-risk

]]> 2024-10-25 10:54:10 UTC https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187418916 Diagnosis dg26jkim https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187419829 Physical exam for joint swelling and range of motion


Blood tests for rheumatoid factor (RF), anti-CCP antibodies, and inflammation markers (EST, CRP)


X-rays and MRI to assess joint damage in detail


https://radiopaedia.org/articles/rheumatoid-arthritis-musculoskeletal-manifestations-2

]]> 2024-10-25 10:55:14 UTC https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187419829 Treatment dg26jkim https://padlet.com/dg26jkim/2bmu8ylpvhxru8nm/wish/3187420715 Medication (most common): NSAIDs, corticosteroids, DMARDs, and biologics


Physical Therapy


Surgery in severe cases

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