Question

select the correct answer
elizabeth has inflammation and degeneration of the joints in her hands and feet due to an autoimmune reaction. what disease does elizabeth have?
a. fibromyalgia
b. paget disease
c. rheumatoid arthritis
d. gout

Explanation:

To determine the disease, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Fibromyalgia is characterized by widespread muscle pain, not joint inflammation from autoimmunity.
• Option B: Paget disease affects bone remodeling, not joint autoimmunity.
• Option C: Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder causing joint inflammation and degeneration, matching Elizabeth’s symptoms.
• Option D: Gout is caused by uric acid crystals, not autoimmunity.

Answer:

C. rheumatoid arthritis