Rheumatoid Arthritis: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Blood, blood-forming organs-immune system (D50-D90). Löfgren syndrome – subtype of sarcoidosis; characteristic triad (simultaneous occurrence of three symptoms): erythema nodosum (synonyms: nodular erythema, dermatitis contusiformis, erythema contusiforme; plural: Erythemata nodosa; granulomatous inflammation of the subcutis (subcutaneous fat tissue), also known as panniculitis, and a painful nodule (red to blue-red color; later brownish). The overlying skin … Rheumatoid Arthritis: Or something else? Differential Diagnosis

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Medical History

Medical history (history of illness) represents an important component in the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. Family history Is there a history of frequent bone/joint disease in your family? Social history What is your profession? Are you exposed to harmful influences such as inorganic dusts, especially quartz dusts or vibrations in your profession? Current medical history/systemic … Rheumatoid Arthritis: Medical History