What is rheumatoid arthritis? - Inflammation in joints, can be systemic, pain and edema- Denervation: cartilage is being destroyed, stiffness- Antoimmunity: RA antigen What are clinical manifestations of RA? - Easiest warning sign: fatigue- Joint pain and swelling- Stiffness (especially in morning...
rheumatoid arthritis Can Plaquenil be used as monotherapy in RA? yes for very low disease state Plaquenil onset: 6-12 weeks *but may take up to 6 months Plaquenil is considered for RA because there is a lack of what? renal hepatic