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Diagnosis & Test
Diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis involves everything from a doctor’s exam and blood tests to X-rays. Read about diagnosing RA and juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Diagnosis
The early stages of RA can be hard to diagnose. These seven criteria are commonly used in diagnosing rheumatoid arthritis.
Learn the four criteria used by doctors when diagnosing juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Sometimes morning pain means it’s more than just growing pains. Learn when the signs point to juvenile rheumatoid arthritis.
Most people with RA experience some degree of progression. Learn the signs to watch out for so you can take action.
Tests
Blood markers can help doctors diagnose most arthritis. Is there a rheumatoid arthritis blood test? Find out here.
How do you diagnose rheumatoid arthritis? X-rays can help. This brief article tells you how to prepare for the test, and what to expect.
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