Will An Mri Help To Diagnosis Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Diagnosis
Rheumatoid arthritis can be difficult to diagnose. Many other conditions resemble it and its symptoms can develop insidiously. Blood tests and x-rays may show normal results for months after the onset of joint pain. Even after rheumatoid arthritis has been diagnosed, it is extremely important to determine whether the course of the disease is benign (type 1) or aggressive (type 2) in order to treat the problem appropriately.
Blood Tests
Various blood tests may be used to help diagnose RA, ...
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