Rheumatoid arthritis risks and causes
Rheumatoid arthritis risks and causes
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease for which the causes are still unknown, though experts believe genetics are at play. Vonda Wright, MD, a Sharecare medical advisor, explains this along with other possible risks and causes.
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