rheumatoid arthritis
noun
: a usually chronic autoimmune disease that is characterized especially by pain, stiffness, inflammation, swelling, and sometimes destruction of joints
—abbreviation RA
compare osteoarthritis
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Studies show postmenopausal women, particularly those with early menopause, may be at higher risk for rheumatoid arthritis, a long-term condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints.
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Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
Kennedy mentioned diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, seizure disorders, ADHD, speech delay, language delay, tics, Tourette syndrome, narcolepsy, peanut allergies and eczema.
—Patricia Callahan, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, studies have shown that fish oil may help reduce joint pain and improve stiffness in those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 23 June 2025
Rheumatic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and scleroderma, are chronic conditions that affect joints, muscles and connective tissue.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 7 July 2025
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Karina Zaiets, USA Today, 30 June 2025
Kennedy mentioned diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, seizure disorders, ADHD, speech delay, language delay, tics, Tourette syndrome, narcolepsy, peanut allergies and eczema.
—Patricia Callahan, CNN Money, 18 July 2025
Due to its anti-inflammatory properties, studies have shown that fish oil may help reduce joint pain and improve stiffness in those suffering from rheumatoid arthritis.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 23 June 2025
Rheumatic diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and scleroderma, are chronic conditions that affect joints, muscles and connective tissue.
—Chloe Castleberry, Flow Space, 7 July 2025
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“Rheumatoid arthritis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/rheumatoid%20arthritis. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.
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