Remitting seronegative symmetrical synovitis with pitting edema

I found something in a new app I found called Medical Wikipedia, an android downloadable app.

While reading what they said about PMR, I found this as a cross reference:

"Remitting seronegative symmetrical synovitis with pitting edema

Remitting seronegative symmetrical synovitis with pitting edema (abbreviated RS3PE or sometimes RS3PE) is a rare syndrome identified by symmetric polyarthritis, synovitis, acute pitting edema (swelling) of the back of the hands and/or feet, and a negative serum rheumatoid factor.[1] If no underlying disorder can be identified (idiopathic RS3PE), this entity has an excellent prognosis and responds well to treatment.[2]

RS3PE typically involves the joints of the extremities, specifically the metacarpophalangeal and proximal interphalangeal joints, wrists, shoulders, elbows, knees and ankles.[3] It is more common in older adults, with the mean age between 70 and 80 years in most studies.[3][4] It occurs more often in men than in women with a 2:1 ratio.[3][5][6] It is unknown how common this condition is.

Signs and symptoms

Individuals affected by RS3PE typically have repeated episodes of inflammation of the lining of their synovial joints and swelling of the end portion of the limbs.[7] The arms and hands are more commonly affected than the legs and feet.[7] Both sides are usually involved though RS3PE can affect only one side in certain cases.

There is much more in the article.

Very, very similar to my experience.

Would love to hear the knowledgeable and wise opinions of my friends here!

Thanks,

Dan

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