Rheumatoid

/ˈruː.ə.mɔɪd/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or characterized by rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.

She was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis after experiencing joint pain and stiffness.

Of or relating to the immune system's abnormal response that leads to inflammation and damage of joints.

The medication is specifically designed to reduce rheumatoid inflammation in the body.

Describing conditions or diseases connected with or resembling rheumatoid arthritis.

The doctor explained that rheumatoid symptoms can sometimes mimic those of other arthritis types.

Referring to the antibodies or markers associated with rheumatoid arthritis.

Testing for rheumatoid factor is common in diagnosing autoimmune disorders.

Relating to severe and progressive joint disease.

The patient's rheumatoid condition required a comprehensive treatment plan.

From the Greek 'rheuma' meaning 'flow' and 'oid' meaning 'like' or 'resembling'.

rheumatoid arthritis

A chronic inflammatory disorder affecting many joints, including those in the hands and feet.

rheumatoid factor

An antibody that is often present in the blood of people with rheumatoid arthritis.

rheumatoid disease

A general term for diseases characterized by similar symptoms to rheumatoid arthritis.

arthritis

Inflammation of one or more joints, causing pain and stiffness.

autoimmune

A condition in which the immune system attacks the body's own tissues.

Chronic ache

Ever since my diagnosis, I’ve had this chronic ache in my joints.