Question

this form of arthritis is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease. the inflammation of the joint tissues of the hands, wrists, and knees is painful and debilitating. treatments may include immunosuppressive drugs and anti - inflammatory drugs.
a osteoporosis
b osteoarthritis
c rheumatoid arthritis
d osteomyelitis

Explanation:

• Osteoporosis: It is a condition where bones become weak and brittle, not an autoimmune and inflammatory joint - related disease as described.
• Osteoarthritis: It is a degenerative joint disease caused by wear - and - tear of joint cartilage, not an autoimmune disease.
• Rheumatoid arthritis: It is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease. The immune system attacks the joint tissues (such as in hands, wrists, knees), causing pain and disability. Immunosuppressive and anti - inflammatory drugs are common treatments.
• Osteomyelitis: It is an infection of the bone, not an autoimmune joint - related inflammatory disease.

Answer:

C. rheumatoid arthritis