In addition to deformation, Felty's patients are much more susceptible to infection, particularly of the eyes, and to secondary conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome. As a result, the treatment is quite different. Arthritis will usually respond to NSAIDs, but Felty's patients may need steroids or even chemotherapy to modulate their immune system and prevent complications.
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| - In addition to deformation, Felty's patients are much more susceptible to infection, particularly of the eyes, and to secondary conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome. As a result, the treatment is quite different. Arthritis will usually respond to NSAIDs, but Felty's patients may need steroids or even chemotherapy to modulate their immune system and prevent complications.
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symptom
| - Painful, stiff and swollen joints, enlarged spleen, neutropenia, fever, weight loss, fatigue
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| - Unknown, but often found together with rheumatoid arthritis`
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| - In addition to deformation, Felty's patients are much more susceptible to infection, particularly of the eyes, and to secondary conditions such as Sjogren's syndrome. As a result, the treatment is quite different. Arthritis will usually respond to NSAIDs, but Felty's patients may need steroids or even chemotherapy to modulate their immune system and prevent complications.
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