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About.com: Arthritis

Pregnancy and Arthritis

Last updated 26 Apr 2007

" Will My Child Inherit Arthritis? " :

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The cause of most types of arthritis is not known. Scientists have

found certain genetic markers which may be indicative of whether

people are at higher risk for developing particular types of

arthritis. The relationship between these markers and the actual

development of arthritis is indistinct. Having these markers does not

guarantee passing on the disease to your child. There is no definite

way to know if your child will develop arthritis.

Heredity is not regarded as the single factor in developing arthritis.

Environment is viewed as a contributor as well. Currently, there are

some who believe that a person may be born with a susceptibility to

the disease, but that it still requires something to " trigger " the

disease.

http://arthritis.about.com/cs/preg/a/pregarth.htm

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