Rheumatoid Arthritis Flashcards
1
Q
Cardinal symptoms
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Morning stiffness >30 mins
Small joints hands and feet
Improves with movement
Systemic features - Interstitial lung disease, rheumatoid nodules, CVD
2
Q
Which tests recommended by NICE
A
Rheumatoid Factor
Anti-CCP
3
Q
1st line treatment
A
Aim to start within 3 months of disease
Methotrexate
Leflunomide
sulfasalazine
Consider hydroxychloroquine when mild cyclical disease
4
Q
Felty Syndrome- complication of RA
A
neutropenia, splenomegally, recurrent infections
5
Q
Caplan’s syndrome- complication of RA
A
Pneumoconiosis (related to occupational exposure e.g. coal dust or silica).
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