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Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes chronic inflammation of the joints, the tissue around the joints, as well as other organs in the body. Because it can affect multiple other organs of the body, rheumatoid arthritis is referred to as a systemic illness and is sometimes called rheumatoid disease.

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Gout and hyperuricemia are caused by uric acid crystals building up in the body. Gout symptoms and signs include joint pain and swelling. Read about treatment and foods to avoid.

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