Palindromic Rheumatism: What You Should Know

Palindromic rheumatism is a rare type of inflammatory arthritis. Palindromic rheumatism symptoms are often mistaken for rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. There are distinguishing features between palindromic rheumatism and rheumatoid arthritis and it is important to recognize the difference.

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Palindromic rheumatism is characterized by episodes or attacks of pain and swelling of the joints, as well as tissues that surround the joints. Palindromic rheumatism does not usually lead to permanent joint damage, unlike rheumatoid arthritis. This is one of the major differences between the two diseases. Read more in Fast Facts About Palindromic Rheumatism.

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