This Rare Disease Can Be Misdiagnosed as Rheumatoid Arthritis
Diagnosis must be precise
While Whipple’s disease is not a very common disease, proper diagnosis is vital in order to prevent consequences of misdiagnosis, such as gastrointestinal symptoms and inaccurate treatment. Due to the fact that fewer than 1000 cases of Whipple’s disease have been reported, clinical evidence is rather limited.
Symptoms such as aching joints, swollen knuckles, stiffness, and tiredness may indicate rheumatoid arthritis; however, they may also indicate something else entirely. While Whipple’s disease can sometimes be mistaken for rheumatoid arthritis, there are also several other medical conditions that mimic symptoms of RA.
