Rheumatic Diseases Worksheet

progressive, degenerative joint disease with loss of articular cartilage and hypertrophy of bone (formation of osteophytes, or bone spurs) at articular surfaces
a condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks itself, targeting the cells, tissues, and organs of a person's own body
what is the leading cause of disability in the US?
a chronic autoimmune disorder in which the joints and some organs of other body systems are attacked.
onset occurs prior to age 16
An umbrella category of over 100 different individual diagnoses of normal muscle, joint, nerve,and connective tissue mechanics.
which form of lupus can have affect on kidneys, blood cells, brain, heart and lungs?
limited to the skin
a common form of inflammatory arthritis, it is caused by the crystallization of uric acid in the joint. Crystal can be erosive on the cartilage
Widespread pain and tender points that impacts muscles, tendons, and joints