Abstract

Mohamed Yasir H.*, Reshma Babu, Dr. Dhanya Dharman, Prof. Dr. Shaiju S Dharan

ABSTRACT

Rhupus is an overlapping syndrome that shares characteristics with both SLE and RA. It is most often poorly described and undiagnosed condition. It usually affects most part of the body with inflammatory changes. Young women are more likely than men to develop this disease. Rhupus arthritis's natural course resembles that of RA and can advance to the characteristic inflammatory erosions, deformations, and disability. The diagnosis is confirmed by the presence of specific antibodies and immune complexes. It is further supported by hematological abnormalities, imaging studies and radiological findings. The treatment requires expertise from various specialities.