structures other than the synovial

Sometimes, in the context of arthritis, other structures other than the synovial membrane of the joints can be altered. The so-called rheumatoid nodules can be found on the skin, which are hard lumps that appear in the areas of friction, such as the elbows, the back of the fingers and toes Hondrocream, the heel area, etc.

Rheumatoid arthritis can cause inflammation and atrophy of the glands that make tears, saliva, digestive juices and vaginal discharge, which is known as Sjogren's syndrome associated with rheumatoid arthritis.