Rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that inflames the joint lining. Early treatment can limit damage and help preserve movement and function.
Also known as RA
Overview
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease that inflames the joint lining. Early treatment can limit damage and help preserve movement and function.
Types
Symptoms
Tender, swollen joints, prolonged morning stiffness and fatigue are common. Similar joints on both sides of the body may be affected.
Causes & risk factors
The immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissue. The precise trigger is unknown; genetic and environmental factors contribute.
Frequently asked questions
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Diagnosis
Assessment combines symptoms, joint examination, blood tests for inflammation and relevant antibodies, and imaging. No single test confirms every case.
Treatment
Disease-modifying medicines are central to care. Other medicines, rehabilitation and selected surgery may help manage symptoms and joint damage.
Prevention
Doctors & departments
Specialists and departments who diagnose and treat this condition.
Find a specialistCare at Wattanavipa
Consultations, tests and most treatments are available at Wattanavipa, with follow-up visits to adjust treatment as needed.
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