Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disease that causes pain, stiffness, swelling, and loss of function in joints throughout the body. It typically first affects the small joints of the hands and feet. Early diagnosis of RA is important because it can damage your joints and organs if left untreated.
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10 Rheumatoid Arthritis Complications You Need to Know About 
8 Diseases That Could Mimic Rheumatoid Arthritis — and Delay Your Diagnosis 
6 Causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain Aside from Inflammation 
What Does Rheumatoid Arthritis Really Feel Like? The 10 Descriptions You Won’t Read in an Office Pamphlet 
Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms: 15 Clues You Might Be Ignoring 
11 Common Questions About Taking Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis 
Premenopausal Women with Rheumatoid Arthritis Have Increased Risk for Early Signs of Heart Failure 
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Bruising: Does RA Cause Bruises on the Skin? 
How I Make Mornings Just a Little Easier with My Rheumatoid Arthritis 
In Rheumatoid Arthritis, the Same Joints Tend to be Affected by Swelling Over Time 
Please Stop Saying That My Arthritis Diagnosis ‘Could Be Worse’ 
Your Gut Microbiome May Affect Your Chance of Improving from Rheumatoid Arthritis 
