ICD-11 definition : Palindromic rheumatism causes sudden attacks of joint pain and swelling, typically
in the hands and feet. An episode may last from a few hours to several days. The frequency
of attacks also varies. Between attacks, pain and swelling completely disappear, and
the affected joints look normal on X-rays. It is likely that 30 to 50 percent of patients
with palindromic rheumatism go on to develop rheumatoid arthritis, but the progression
may take several years.;
Palindromic rheumatism causes sudden attacks of joint pain and swelling, typically
in the hands and feet. An episode may last from a few hours to several days. The frequency
of attacks also varies. Between attacks, pain and swelling completely disappear, and
the affected joints look normal on X-rays. It is likely that 30 to 50 percent of patients
with palindromic rheumatism go on to develop rheumatoid arthritis, but the progression
may take several years.