Rheumatoid Arthritis Health Center
Rheumatoid Arthritis - What Increases Your Risk
The only known risk factor for rheumatoid arthritis is a possible inherited factor in some families (genetic predisposition). A genetic factor may affect how the immune system functions, causing inflammation and eventual destruction of the membranes that line the joints.
Other factors that may influence your risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis include:
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Last Updated:
August 23, 2006
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