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Rheumatoid Arthritis Diagnosis The American College of Rheumatology established criteria for the diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis. To diagnose the disease, symmetrical arthritis in at least 3 joint areas and morning stiffness must be present for longer than 6 weeks. Physical findings that are used to help diagnose RA include rheumatoid nodules and warmth and synovial soft tissue swelling in affected joints. Rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed based on the patient's medical history,...Read the full article 
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