difference between arthritis and rheumatism
Medical professionals no longer use the word “rheumatism,” but it remains in general language, there is no real difference between rheumatism and arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a type of autoimmune disease (where the body attacks its own cells).
How do you know if you have rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis?Osteoarthritis tends to develop gradually over several years, as the joint cartilage wears away. Eventually the bones of your joints rub against each other.