Whats the difference between?
suzygirl
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I was wondering if you could help me to understand the difference between a connective tissue disorder and inflammatory arhritis?
I have inflammatory arthritis and features of a connective tissue disorder. I am unsure whether that is 2 seperate illnesses or a combined mix?
I would be grateful if you could explain the difference between the two.
Thank you.
I have inflammatory arthritis and features of a connective tissue disorder. I am unsure whether that is 2 seperate illnesses or a combined mix?
I would be grateful if you could explain the difference between the two.
Thank you.
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Hi suzygirl
Thanks for your posting.
Inflammatory arthritis is a type of connective tissue condition.
Connective tissue disorders can he heritable (Marfan syndrome,Ehlers-Danlos syndrome,Osteogenesis or Stickler syndrome) or an autoimmune condition, like Rheumatoid Arthritis,Lupus,Scleroderma or Sjorgeons syndrome.
For more information see http://www.nhs.uk/Search/Pages/Results.aspx?___JSSniffer=true&q=connective+tissue+disorder and http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/home/search_results.aspx?as_q=connective+tissue+disorder&site=default_collection&num=15&start=0
I hope that answers your question.
If you would like to have a chat or need more information you are welcome to ring our helplines on 0808 800 4050 (open Monday to Friday from 10am to 4pm).
Regards
Nick
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Nick, thank you for your prompt reply. That is a simple expanation and I shall have a look at the link. The docs make it all seem so confusing.0
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