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Could you tell me what happens to you if you have rheumatoid arthritis?
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It depends: If you see a rheumatologist and treat the disease early in its course you can often achieve disease remission and have no significant issues. The key is to seek this care as quickly as possible.
Answered 3/15/2014
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Normal life, if: Normal life, if correct diagnosis, appropriate treatment initiated early and joint protection observed and treatment appropriately monitored.
Answered 11/28/2013
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