Overview of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a progressive inflammatory disorder characterized by proliferation of the synovial membrane and persistent uncontrolled inflammation resulting in a chronic destructive polyarthritis. Typically, RA manifests as a symmetric arthritis involving numerous small and large joints. Articular symptoms may be accompanied by systemic inflammatory symptoms such as fatigue, articular stiffness, anorexia, or fever.
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How Rheumatoid Arthritis Is Diagnosed
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is challenging to diagnose, especially in the early stage, because the signs and symptoms are similar to many other conditions. Healthcare providers rely on a physical exam, family medical history, several blood tests, and imaging such as X-rays, MRIs, and ultrasound. MRI and ultrasound images can reveal signs of RA at an early stage and guide your treatment by showing the extent of your joint damage.
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Early Stage Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Hands and Feet
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a type of inflammatory arthritis that primarily affects the joints of the hands, wrists, and knees, but any joint in the body can be affected. Beyond early-stage rheumatoid arthritis in the hands, some people experience RA that can damage other body systems, including the skin, eyes, heart, and blood vessels.
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Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis Signs and Symptoms
The main goals of treating RA are to control inflammation, relieve pain, and reduce joint damage and disability. This typically involves a multifaceted approach that includes medications, physical and occupational therapies, and a variety of lifestyle changes.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis Cysts and Nodes in Hands
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease, which means that your immune system attacks healthy cells in your body by mistake, causing inflammation (painful swelling) in the affected parts of the body, including the fingers, thumb, and/or wrist.
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