05/02/2026
RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS (RA)
Rheumatoid arthritis is not normal joint pain.
It is a chronic autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own joints.
It doesn’t just affect the elderly.
Young people can have it too.
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Important things to know
• Early diagnosis prevents joint damage
• RA can affect other organs (heart, lungs, eyes)
• Treatment is lifelong but manageable
• Painkillers alone are not enough
Do not ignore persistent joint pain and swelling.
What makes rheumatoid arthritis different?
• It is an autoimmune condition
• Affects joints on both sides of the body
• Commonly affects fingers, wrists, knees
• Causes inflammation, swelling, stiffness
Morning stiffness lasting more than 1 hour is a major red flag.
Common symptoms
• Painful, swollen joints
• Morning stiffness
• Warmth and redness around joints
• Fatigue and weakness
• Weight loss or low-grade fever (in some people)
This is not “village people” or spiritual attack.
It is a medical condition.
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