Common Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis? It is a type of arthritis which causes joint pain, swelling and loss of
function. It is most often felt in the wrist and the fingers. Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis can appear to
people 25 to 55 years of age and affects women more than men. This form of arthritis is different from
Osteoarthritis which is generally associated with older people.
Aside from the joints, Rheumatoid Arthritis can also affect other parts of the body including lungs, mouth
and eyes. It is not yet clear what its cause is but it is believed that factors including
genes, hormonal changes and environment affect a person’s chances of having
it. Rheumatoid Arthritis usually starts with one or two symptoms and increases over time. No
single test can determine if a person has it. Instead, doctors do a variety of exams if only to be able to rule
out other medical conditions which share the same symptoms like anemia and thyroid disorders.
Joint Pain a Common Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis
The most common
symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis is joint pain which is experienced daily. In most patients, it is accompanied
by anxiety, depression and feelings of helplessness. As it usually affects the wrist and the joints close to
the hands, a common symptom would include at least one joint in the knuckles or wrist which is swollen.
Other common symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis are swelling and stiffness which improves only after an hour.
Swelling happens when fluid enters the joint making it puffy. This is also the reason for the stiffness being
felt in the joint. It is also important to note that the skin of the affected area seems redder than the skin
around it. If you feel it, it would also seem warmer.
Another symptom which distinguishes Rheumatoid Arthritis from other types is joint swelling on both
sides of the body. For example, if your left elbow is swollen your right elbow becomes swollen as
well. Although it most often develops in wrists and knuckles, it can also affect the knees and the ball of the
foot. In fact, many other joints may be affected including shoulders, elbows, jaw and even the small bones
in the ear.
Fluid Build Up - Another Common Symptom of Rheumatoid Arthritis
In some cases, there is also a fluid build-up in the ankle. Some people have also said that they have
experienced flu-like symptoms before being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. They say such symptoms are like
that of colds or the flu. However, unlike the common flu, their symptoms last for years. In children,
symptoms may include fever, chills and joint pains. A pink skin rash may also appear. Rheumatoid Arthritis
in children is also known as Still’s disease.
There is no cure yet for Rheumatoid Arthritis. However, there are various treatments which can help to
alleviate the swelling, reduce the pain associated with it and improve a person’s ability to function. With
the proper information and treatment, a person can continue living an active life despite having Rheumatoid
Arthritis.
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