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Can a person become crippled as a result of rheumatoid arthritis?
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Yes: Yes. Especially without treatment, rheumatoid arthritis can potentially be very disabling.
Answered 2/14/2012
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Yes: Yes but with modern treatments this consequence can often be prevented. The key is early diagnosis and treatment.
Answered 3/26/2013
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