Rheumatoid Arthritis

What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid Arthritis is an autoimmune health condition that causes inflammation of the joints. It is an autoimmune disease in which your immune system attacks the body tissues. Our immune system has a complex arrangement of cells and antibodies developed to fight certain infections.

When you suffer from RA, these antibodies cause inflammation of your body tissues and thus, joint pain. If not diagnosed and treated on time, you might also suffer from extra-articular inflammation and affect other body organs.

Symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic health issue showing primary symptoms like joint pain and inflammation. The symptoms of RA show up in phases called flares or exacerbations. While the symptoms of RA can be seen in several body organs, the most common ones include:

Multiple Joint pains with swelling
Early morning stiffness
Joint deformities

The symptoms can be mild to severe and require the earliest medical attention. Noticing the early signs and reaching out to your general physician is a smart move.

Diagnosis and Treatment

RA is diagnosed with a series of blood tests and other types of medical examinations. Chronic diseases like RA can be treated successfully using proper medications and self-management strategies. The medicines used in the process are the ones that slow down the spread of the disease and prevent joint deformities.

Based on the stage of the disease, the GP plans the treatment process to ensure a sooner and successful recovery. If you are facing any early symptoms of RA, consult us right away for the right medical assessment.