What's going on with a high rheumatoid factor of 211

In general, rheumatoid factor is a nonspecific autoantibody that may be mildly elevated in the normal population. If the value is 211 IU/ml, it may be a normal physiological phenomenon; But it can also be associated with diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosus and Sjögren's syndrome.

1. Physiological factors:

Some people may experience a slight increase in rheumatoid factor due to declining physical performance, such as aging or long-term smoking, and it is usually not accompanied by significant discomfort after other tests. No special treatment is needed at this time, just pay attention to daily care.

2. Pathological factors:

1. Systemic lupus erythematosus: the cause of this disease is not clear, but it is considered to be related to genetic and environmental factors. Patients may experience symptoms such as fever and joint pain, as well as rash and hair loss. It is recommended to take prednisone acetate tablets, methotrexate tablets and other drugs for relief according to the doctor's instructions;

2. Sjögren's syndrome: It is usually a chronic inflammatory disease caused by immune dysfunction, which will lead to damage to the oral mucosa, resulting in dry mouth, and will also cause skin damage and induce itching. It can be used with doctors to improve the condition with drugs such as azathioprine tablets and cyclophosphamide capsules;

3. Hepatitis: If the liver is not controlled in time after bacterial infection or viral infection, it will affect the liver, and it will also lead to a decrease in albumin synthesis in the body, so it will cause the above results. Antiviral drugs are needed to achieve the suppressive effect, such as entecavir dispersible tablets or adefovir dispersible tablets.

In addition to the above common causes, there may be other conditions such as hyperthyroidism. If the discomfort symptoms are more severe, you should go to the hospital in time to avoid delaying the condition.