What are the complications of rheumatoid arthritis

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Suffering from rheumatoid is the need for timely treatment, my grandfather after the illness, due to the treatment is not very ideal, leading to a lot of complications, more obvious is urinary tract infection. Let's take a look at the complications of rheumatoid arthritis.

What are the complications of rheumatoid arthritis

One: urinary tract infection: if rheumatic patients usually do not pay attention to keep warm, often infected, often prone to urinary tract infection.

Second: Cushing's syndrome: if patients use hormone for a long time, they often suffer from Cushing's syndrome due to the inhibition of adrenal cortex function. The common symptoms include full moon face, buffalo back, weight gain, etc.

Third: oral ulcer: Patients with rheumatoid arthritis often have oral ulcer after taking immunosuppressants. In addition, adverse reactions such as nausea, vomiting, anorexia, skin rash and loss of taste can also occur.

matters needing attention

Patients should reduce their mental burden, treat the disease correctly and remain optimistic. Most of the drugs for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis take effect slowly, and usually take 1-2 months to take effect. Patients should have enough patience, insist on medication treatment, and must not act too hastily.