My aunt has been having some very painful joint issues, and the doctor mentioned rheumatoid arthritis. She's asking if it's a 'connective tissue disorder'. Can you tell me, is rheumatoid arthritis a connective tissue disorder?
6 months ago
Yes, from what I read during my research, rheumatoid arthritis is indeed classified as an autoimmune connective tissue disorder because it primarily attacks the synovium of the joints.
5 months ago
Yes, it is a connective tissue disorder. If you have this along with diabetes, you must be extremely careful with physical activity and a low-sugar, low-inflammation diet to keep symptoms under control.
6 months ago
Oh God, yes it is. I got so worried reading about connective tissue disorders thinking it affects the whole body. But don't stress too much, many people manage it successfully with early doctor visits.
4 months ago
Yes, it is! Basically, your joints and tissues decide to have a small family feud. Just get a good doctor to act as the mediator, and things will stay peaceful.
6 months ago
Yes, it is. My sister was diagnosed with it last year. It is a connective tissue disorder, but with proper medicines and simple lifestyle changes, she is doing completely fine now.
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