rheumatoid

/ˈruːməˌtɔɪd/
adjective
  1. Relating to or affected by rheumatism, especially a chronic condition involving inflammation of the joints.
    • She takes medication to manage her rheumatoid condition.
    • The patient was diagnosed with rheumatoid disease after months of joint pain.
    • Rheumatoid symptoms often include swelling and stiffness in the hands and knees.
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