The infection may move up the system to the bladder or to the kidneys. Men most at risk for a UTI include: 1  Those with abnormalities of the urinary tract, such as kidney stones or an enlarged prostate.  Those who have a catheter or tube placed in the bladder.
Familial (hereditary) amyloidosis is a genetic form passed down in families that often affects nerves and kidneys. Secondary amyloidosis (AA) develops along with a chronic infectious or inflammatory disease, such as tuberculosis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Causes of rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition, which means it is caused by the bodyâs immune system attacking itself. However, it is not yet known what triggers this.Normally, your immune system makes antibodies that attack bacteria and viruses, helping fight infection.auses of rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune condition, which means it is caused by the bodyâs immune system attacking itself. However, it is not yet known what triggers this.