rheumatoid arthritis


nounPathology.
  1. 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.

Origin of rheumatoid arthritis

1
First recorded in 1855–60

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British Dictionary definitions for rheumatoid arthritis

rheumatoid arthritis

noun
  1. 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

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Scientific definitions for rheumatoid arthritis

rheumatoid arthritis

[ rōōmə-toid′ ]


  1. 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.

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