Chronic Immunological Conditions 0.0 / 5 ? MedicineMedicineUniversityNone Created by: livCreated on: 04-01-23 12:36 What is lupus A long term condition that causes joint pain, skin rashes and tiredness 1 of 6 Pathophysiology of lupus Immune system produces antibodies against self-proteins These antibody attacks are the cause of lupus 2 of 6 Symptoms of lupus Fatigue Fever Joint pain, stiffness, swelling Rash on face covering cheek and nose 3 of 6 What is rheumatoid arthritis Long term condition causing pain, swelling, stiffness in joints Usually affecting hands, feet and wrists 4 of 6 Pathophysiology of rheumatoid arthritis Body recognises part of itself as foreign and starts to destroy the cartilage layer of the joints 5 of 6 Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis Synovial joint swelling Irregularities in bone structure Joint pain Joint stiffness Fatigue and malaise 6 of 6
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