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A member asked:

19 and i just found out that i have rheumatoid arthritis. i have to go see a rheumatologist, what can i expect?

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Complete eval: Complete history and physical examination and x-rays, perhaps laboratory studies, with diagnosis and treatment options explained.

Dr Leibowitz agreed

Answered 7/3/2014

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