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Deformity, Depression and Disability—The Chain of Events that Must be Broken

Mark Borigini, M.D.
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Mark James Borigini, MD, graduated from Hahnemann University (now...

Mark Borigini, M.D.

Tuesday, September 11, 2007
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Obviously, poorly controlled rheumatoid arthritis can lead to deformities of the joints, particularly the hands and feet. This in turn could lead to a poor self-image, which in turn could lead to feelings of inadequacy and depression.   An article in the March, 2007 edition of "Arthrit...
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    CyndiLou
    Wednesday, February 27, 2008 at 12:45 PM
    I have had deformities most of my life due to JRA but I am really freaking out about having my knee fused. I know being different shouldn't bother me anymore but I am concerned about how this will affect my ability to walk again and the inconvience of having a permantly straightend leg.
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