Rheumatoid Arthritis

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Rheumatoid Arthritis - Other Information

Does Rheumatoid Arthritis have complications?

RA is not only a disorder of the joints, it can in fact affect many organs in the body. Therefore untreated or under-treated rheumatoid arthritis can result in anaemia, fibrosis of the lung, a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes and even some cancers.

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Article contributed by Rheumatology ＆ Immunology, Singapore General Hospital; Department of Orthopaedic Surgery

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