Why do people get rheumatism?

The main causes of rheumatism are genetic factors, infectious factors, immune factors, environmental factors and endocrine factors.

1. Genetic factors

Rheumatology is relatively high in some families, which indicates that genetic factors may play a role in the incidence of rheumatism.

2. Infectious factors

Certain viruses, bacteria or other microbial infections may trigger abnormal immune responses in the body, leading to the occurrence

of rheumatology.3. Immune factors

The immune system dysfunction of the body is also one of the important pathogenesis of rheumatism. When the body's immune system attacks its own tissues, it may cause rheumatism.

4. Environmental factors

Long-term living in a humid, cold environment, or long-term exposure to certain chemicals, may also increase the risk of rheumatism.

5. Endocrine factors

Endocrine hormones also play a role in the onset and course of rheumatism. For example, the imbalance of estrogen and progesterone may be related to the occurrence of certain rheumatism.

In general, the incidence of rheumatism is the result of multiple factors, and it is necessary to comprehensively consider genetic factors, environmental factors, immune factors and other aspects for prevention and treatment.