RA vs. OA Flashcards
1
Q
RA vs. OA: age
A
RA age is variable
OA age is usually >50
2
Q
RA vs. OA: onset
A
RA onset is variable
OA onset is gradual
3
Q
RA vs. OA: development
A
RA is an autoimmune disease
OA is from natural wear and tear
4
Q
RA vs. OA: symptoms
A
RA symptoms are constitutional and joint
OA symptoms are localized to the joints
5
Q
RA vs. OA: joint involvement
A
RA has the small joints of the hands, wrists, feet
OA can involve larger, weight-bearing joints
6
Q
RA vs. OA: joint stiffness
A
RA joint stiffness happens >30 minutes
OA joint stiffness happens ≤30 minutes
7
Q
RA vs. OA: symmetry
A
RA: bilateral
OA: unilateral
8
Q
RA vs. OA: autoantibodies
A
Present in RA
None in OA
9
Q
RA vs. OA: joint pain
A
RA pain is with use AND at rest
OA pain is with use
