intro to rheumatology Flashcards
1
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what is rheumatology
A
medical speciality that deals w investigation, diagnosis and management of patients with arthritis
2
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what is arthritis
A
inflammation of a joint or joints
3
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symptoms of arthritis
A
pain stiffness swelling functional impairment systemic symptoms
4
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signs of arthritis
A
tenderness swelling ROM heat redness systemic features