 Inflammatory arthritis and an autoimmune disease  Immune system attacks the body’s own tissues  Fluid builds up in the joints, causing pain that’s systemic

 Attacks membranes and tissues that surround joints, organs, body systems, and the eyes.

 Unknown Possible Causes:  genetic and environmental factors  bacteria or viruses  female hormones  smoking

 Types: Relieve Symptoms Reduce Inflammation: Celebrex Modify the Disease or Put it in Remission: Rheumatrex  Physical Activity(Therapy)  Surgery

 No specific recovery time  On treatment entire life