Whats the difference between?

suzygirl

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.

helpline_team

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
Helplines Team

suzygirl

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.