Medical experts have raised alarm that the increasing prevalence of rheumatoid arthritis could stress medical services that are already struggling with a high burden of acute infectious illnesses and may lead to rise in disabilities and mortalities in Nigeria.
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Rheumatologists said people with Rheumatoid arthritis are seen to have lower functional status, and that the disability can lead to a loss of career and sources of income.