A 69-year-old woman has a severe deformity of the hands. You suspect which of the following?

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Severe deformity of the hands is a common manifestation of rheumatoid arthritis. Gout can cause joint pain and swelling but typically doesn't lead to deformities. Osteoarthritis may cause joint stiffness and pain, but usually doesn't cause severe deformities. Spondyloarthritis primarily affects the spine and sacroiliac joints, and typically does not cause severe hand deformities.

A 69-Year-Old Woman Has a Severe Deformity of the Hands