Abstract
Iron deficiency results in the decreased synthesis of important molecules including iron containing enzymes thereby inducing cellular organic functional disturbances. If not corrected in a timely manner, iron deficiency anemia (IDA) will ensue. The consequences of iron deficiency anemia (IDA) range from impaired psychological and physical well-being and decreased occupational abilities to developmental troubles in children and increased morbidity and mortality in some patient populations. Moreover, iron deficiency is a risk factor in various medical settings because it impedes erythropoietic response to acute and chronic anemia. Hence based on above findings the present study was planned to evaluate the levels of iron in rheumatoid
 The present study was planned in Department of General Medicine, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna from jan 2018 to june 2018. Group A consist of 30 informed male and female consented patients diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis were enrolled for the study. The group B consist of 30 control patients for comparative evaluation.
 Hence from present study it can be concluded that, there is no known prevention for iron deficiency anaemia in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients other than the reduction of contributory factors. Therapy goals are to reduce pain and inflammation and improve quality of life. Surgery to repair, replace or fuse joints may help in serious conditions.
 Keywords: Rheumatoid Arthritis, Iron Deficiency, Heamoglobon, Iron, etc.
Highlights
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic inflammatory disorder that may affect many tissues and organs, but principally attacks flexible joints
From present study it can be concluded that, there is no known prevention for iron deficiency anaemia in rheumatoid arthritis (RA) patients other than the reduction of contributory factors
Replace or fuse joints may help in serious conditions
Summary
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic inflammatory disorder that may affect many tissues and organs, but principally attacks flexible joints. It usually affects the small joints of hands and feet. It is a form of autoimmune disorder, the causes of which are still incompletely known. It occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks own body's tissues. Rheumatoid arthritis affects the lining of joints called synovial membrane, causing a painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and joint deformity. Onset is most frequent between the ages of 40 and 50, but people of any age can be affected.[1]
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