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Rheumatoid Arthritis

Internet URL

http://www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Rheumatic_Disease/default.asp  

Sponsoring Agency

National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, National Institutes of Health

Description

This booklet is for people who have rheumatoid arthritis, as well as for their family members, friends, and others who want to find out more about this disease. The booklet describes how rheumatoid arthritis develops, how it is diagnosed, and how it is treated, including what people can do to help manage their disease. It also highlights current research efforts supported by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS) and other components of the Department of Health and Human Services' National Institutes of Health (NIH). If you have further questions after reading this booklet, you may wish to discuss them with your doctor.

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Review Date

11/15/2007