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Rheumatoid Arthritis Hand Deformity: Is It Inevitable?
Rheumatoid arthritis hand deformity is a common symptom of the disease. Is it Inevitable? Can it be prevented?

Arthritis Hand Photo Gallery
Hand damage and deformity caused by arthritis can include nodules, swelling, stiffness, ulnar drift, contractures, and other problems. Photos of hands damaged by arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Screening Quiz
Early diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis and early, aggressive treatment can help prevent joint damage and deformity. A combination of diagnostic tests, physical examination, and x-ray evidence confirms the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Take our screening quiz and if you suspect rheumatoid arthritis, consult a rheumatologist.

The Rheumatoid Arthritis Guide: Free E-Course Newsletter
Various aspects of rheumatoid arthritis make it different from other kinds of arthritis. It is important to learn all that you can about the disease. Better understanding will enhance your ability to manage the condition.

Remission - What defines a remission in rheumatoid arthritis?
Clinical symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis can subside for a period of time. What defines a true remission in rheumatoid arthritis patients?

Arthritis - Combination Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis
Dr. Isadore Rosenfeld offers information about what's the latest arthritis treatment, including the benefit of combination therapy.

What Is Rheumatoid Lung Disease?
Lung abnormalities are not uncommon in rheumatoid arthritis.

Quiz: Is it Rheumatoid Arthritis or Osteoarthritis?
Two of the most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). There are specific symptoms and distinguishing characteristics which determine the diagnosis and course of treatment. Do you know the difference?

Quiz: Is it Rheumatoid Arthritis or Lupus?
Two of the 100 types of arthritis are rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. There are specific symptoms, distinguishing characteristics, as well as overlapping symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Do you know the difference?

Rheumatoid Arthritis & Heart Disease - Rheumatoid Arthritis patients have higher heart disease risk.
Mayo Clinic researchers indicate rheumatoid arthritis patients have higher risk of coronary heart disease, silent unrecognized heart attacks, and sudden cardiac deaths.

Rheumatoid Arthritis - The Disease Process - Picture-Photo
Picture-photo of the disease process in rheumatoid arthritis. The bodys own immune system attacks a joints synovial membrane, which secretes fluid and lines the joint. The synovium becomes inflamed, produces excess fluid, and the cartilage becomes rough and pitted.

Inflammation: The Battle Within
Inflammation is a natural defense of the body to protect against foreign substances or injury, but it can cause problems in certain diseases.

How to Recognize the Signs and Symptoms of Arthritis
Because there are over 100 different types of arthritis, symptoms of the disease can be variable, but there are certain signs which point to the disease.

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Synovium - Picture-Photo
Picture-photo of synovium in rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a systemic autoimmune disease which initially attacks the synovium, a connective tissue membrane that lines the cavity between joints and secretes a lubricating fluid.

An In-Depth Report: Rheumatoid Arthritis (Symptoms)
An in-depth report on the causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of rheumatoid arthritis.

Raynaud's Phenomenon Screening Quiz
Raynaud's phenomenon can occur as a primary condition or secondary condition (for example, along with rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, scleroderma). The primary characteristic is cold and discolored fingers and toes. Take the Raynaud's Phenomenon Screening Quiz.

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Pattern of Joints Affected - Picture-Photo
Picture-photo of the pattern of joints affected in Rheumatoid arthritis. The pattern of joints affected is usually symmetrical, involves the hands and other joints and is worse in the morning. Rheumatoid arthritis is also a systemic disease

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Deformities (Late Stage) - Picture-Photo
The affect of rheumatoid arthritis can progress to the degree that it is crippling. Deformities distinctive to late-stage rheumatoid arthritis such as ulnar deviation of the bones of the hands, or swan-neck deviation of the fingers occur because muscles and tendons on one side of the joint may overpower those on the other side, pulling the bones out of alignment.

Rheumatoid Arthritis - Synovial Fluid - Picture-Photo
Picture-photo of synovial fluid. The synovial membrane is the inner membrane of tissue that lines a joint. The synovial membrane secretes synovial fliud which serves to lubricate the joints.

The Rheumatoid Arthritis Picture-Photo Image Gallery
Check out rheumatoid arthritis symptoms and diagnosis with over twenty-fivet related picture-photos in this comprehensive picture-photo image gallery from, Medicscan. You must enter "rheumatoid" into the image search box for the current list of images.

What Is Synovium?
A brief explanation and fast facts about synovium, which is also known as the joint lining.