This is a multisystem disease that can lead to multi-system compromise. It also will present with 10,000-20,000 WBC in synovial fluid.

a. Rheumatoid arthritis
b. Osteoarthritis
c. Systemic lupus erythematosus
d. Scleroderma


Answer: a. Rheumatoid arthritis

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