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2. Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)—long-term autoimmune disorder classified by inflammation of joints and surrounding tissue. a. Symptoms generally bilateral and most commonly affect: i. Hands. ii. Feet. iii. Wrists. iv. Ankles. v. Knees. b. Patients may note: i. Pain and stiffness in the joints. ii. Smaller finger and toe joints usually affected ... ................
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