what is seronegative RA and how is it treated since my blood tests for RA are all negative is this a lifelong condition or will I need surgery at some point

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People with seronegative RA do not have high levels of the antibodies currently tested for in RA blood tests. However, as with seropositive RA, it responds to treatment that affects the immune system, suggesting it is an autoimmune disease.

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