Symptom Checker

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Positive Rheumatoid Factor

It's possible that you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA), but when symptoms are present for less than six weeks, it is difficult to be sure, even with a positive RF result. That's because the joint symptoms and positive rheumatoid factor could be due to a virus that the body will fight off in short order--and then, all of your symptoms should go away. It's also possible you have a condition related to RA, such as lupus or Sjogren's syndrome.

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