The first sign is usually inflammation in the joints often the same joints on opposite sides will inflame at the same time. If the RA is suspected then blood tests and xrays are done to expose the extent of the problem.
There are many forms of Arthritis and the early symptoms of the different forms of the disease often overlap. Accurate diagnosis are made using a combination of blood tests X ray and where necessary other forms of imaging. To further into the diagnoses of Arthritis go to the related link(Arthritis Symptoms / Diagnosis)bellow.
No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.
Rheumatoid arthritis is not a hereditary condition. While it is not passed down parents, certain genes that make you more susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis are.
Rheumatoid arthritis in the toes Forefoot problems such as hammer toes, claw toes, mallet toes, and bunions often develop as a result of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid arthritis results from the inflammation of the synovial membranes.
You may have RA even though you don't have rheumatoid factor. In this case it is referred to as seronegative rheumatoid arthritis.
No, Rheumatoid arthritis is not contagious.
Rheumatoid arthritis is not a hereditary condition. While it is not passed down parents, certain genes that make you more susceptible to rheumatoid arthritis are.
No, Milwaukee shoulder is not a type of rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid arthritis in the toes Forefoot problems such as hammer toes, claw toes, mallet toes, and bunions often develop as a result of arthritis, particularly rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid arthritis results from the inflammation of the synovial membranes.
No Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease in its own right and is not a reaction to TB.
Yes you can, This is called Juvenile Rheumatoid arthritis and even baby's can have serious problems with it.
You may have RA even though you don't have rheumatoid factor. In this case it is referred to as seronegative rheumatoid arthritis.
It seems that there is no cure for Rheumatoid arthritis. But you can use rheumatoid arthritis diet to keep the rheumatoid Arthritis symptoms under control.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Yes You can have Rheumatoid arthritis with no RF at all. In that case it is referred to as seronegative RA,
Damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis can lead to a replacement of damaged joints.