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Raynaud's : Raynaud's phenomenon is a vasospastic disorder causing discolouration of the fingers, toes and occasionally other areas. This condition can cause nails to become brittle with longitudinal ridges. It is dure to narrowing of the small blood vessels on exposure to the cold or to change in temperature, or to emotional stress.
Rheumatoid Arthritis : Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints, the main symptoms are joint pain and swelling. Its the second most common form of arthritis in the UK.
Rituximab : Rituximab (Trade name Mab Thera) is a type of drug called a biological therapy. It removes a type of cell called B-Cells. B-Cells make antibodies, which your body needs to fight against Germs, Viruses or any other foreign or dangerous substances.
Rheumatoid Arthritis : Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune disease that causes inflammation in the joints, the main symptoms are joint pain and swelling. Its the second most common form of arthritis in the UK.
Rituximab : Rituximab (Trade name Mab Thera) is a type of drug called a biological therapy. It removes a type of cell called B-Cells. B-Cells make antibodies, which your body needs to fight against Germs, Viruses or any other foreign or dangerous substances.
Scleroderma : is a long term condition that causes your skin to thicken and harden, but it can also affect your internal organs. Its an autoimmune disease and is one of a number of conditions called connective tissue diseases.
Shawl sign : The shawl sign is a widespread, flat reddened area that is seen over the upper back, shoulders, and back of the neck. This can be worsened by exposure to ultraviolet light.
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus : (SLE) often known just as Lupus, is an autoimmune disease, where your immune system produces antibodies that attack your body's own tissues causing inflammation. Lupus usually affects your skin and joints, but it can also involve your heart and kidneys, when the effects are severe.SLE isn't the same as discoid lupus, which only affects the skin.