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Can Someone Tell Me The Difference Between Regular RA And Seronegative RA? I Was Diagnosed With Seronegative RA.

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Albuquerque, NM
4 days ago
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The main difference between regular (seropositive) RA and seronegative RA lies in blood test results. Seropositive RA shows antibodies like rheumatoid factor (RF) or anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) in the blood, while seronegative RA does not. Both types share similar symptoms, such as joint pain and stiffness Show Full Answer

The main difference between regular (seropositive) RA and seronegative RA lies in blood test results. Seropositive RA shows antibodies like rheumatoid factor (RF) or anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) in the blood, while seronegative RA does not. Both types share similar symptoms, such as joint pain and stiffness, but seronegative RA can be harder to diagnose and may require imaging and symptom evaluation. Treatment approaches are generally the same.

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