Rheumatoid arthritis typically attacks the ________ which results in the destruction of the bony ends of the joints.

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Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that primarily attacks the synovial membrane, which lines the joints and produces synovial fluid that lubricates the joints. In rheumatoid arthritis, the immune system attacks the synovial membrane, leading to inflammation, pain, and eventually destruction of the bony ends of the joints. The other membranes mentioned (pleural, cutaneous, and serous) are not typically affected by rheumatoid arthritis.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Typically Attacks the ________ Which Results in the Destruction