RA; Arthritis - rheumatoid
RA usually affects joints on both sides of the body equally. Wrists, fingers, knees, feet, and ankles are the most commonly affected.
The disease often begins slowly, usually with only minor joint pain, stiffness, and fatigue.
Joint symptoms may include:
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Rheumatoid Arthritis
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
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Source: Medifocus Guidebook on: Rheumatoid Arthritis
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From the FDA Consumer Magazine, March-April 2005 by Carol Rados Few people with arthritis would be willing to stop taking a medication that works,... Read more »