HUMAN BIOLOGY (LL) W/SMARTLAB
HUMAN BIOLOGY (LL) W/SMARTLAB
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ISBN: 9781260909906
Author: Mader
Publisher: MCG
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Why rheumatoid arthritis is considered a disorder of the immune system.

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Synovial membrane of synovial joints of the body become inflamed in rheumatoid arthritis. These membranes grow thicker. The result is swelling of these joints, pain and loss of function.

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