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Can you tell me how i could have rheumatoid arthritis at 29 and how can they tell with just an mri?

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See details: First of all, see a rheumatologist. The diagnosis is made on clinical grounds (symmetrical joint inflammation) and a positive CCP antibody. The MRI can detect inflammation and early damage consistent with the diagnosis of RA.

Answered 2/25/2016

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