oligoarthritis
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Oligoarthritis (from Greek oligos - 'few') is defined as arthritis affecting two to four joints during the first six months of disease.
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Oligoarthritis (from Greek oligos - 'few') is defined as arthritis affecting two to four joints during the first six months of disease.
== Types == Two subcategories are recognized: Persistent oligoarthritis: Affecting not more than 4 joints throughout the disease course Extended oligoarthritis: Affecting a total of more than 4 joints after the first 6 months of disease
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