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Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory condition that causes pain, swelling and stiffness in the joints. It is an autoimmune disorder, in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the body tissues. If left untreated, it can lead to disability, decreased quality of life and premature mortality. As of now, there is no cure for Rheumatoid Arthritis; however, medication and supportive treatments options are available in the market that can manage its progression. Rheumatoid Arthritis has a worldwide prevalence of about 1% with an annual incidence of approximately 3/10,000 adults. Similarly, as per the study conducted by Alan J. Silman et al., the prevalence of Rh...