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rheumatoid arthritis
noun
- 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.
rheumatoid arthritis
noun
- a chronic disease of the musculoskeletal system, characterized by inflammation and swelling of joints (esp joints in the hands, wrists, knees, and feet), muscle weakness, and fatigue
rheumatoid arthritis
/ ro̅o̅′mə-toid′ /
- 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.
Word History and Origins
Origin of rheumatoid arthritis1
Example Sentences
Young also has rheumatoid arthritis, which causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints.
A woman who suffered from rheumatoid arthritis for years sent Dr. Drucker pictures of her hands before and almost immediately after starting Zepbound for obesity.
Scientists should focus on the interactions between T and B cells to find better treatments for autoimmune disorders, such as rheumatoid arthritis, according to a new study from the University of Surrey.
She often has to do that while coping with side effects from rheumatoid arthritis treatments.
Added to this, I deal with two chronic health conditions: rheumatoid arthritis, external and endometriosis, external, which can affect fertility and your ability to have children.
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