Rheumatoid Arthritis

Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful, chronic inflammatory autoimmune disorder that affects primarily the small joints within the body. The body’s immune system attacks the body’s own healthy tissues by mistake, causing painful swelling and possible permanent damage to joints.

Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an autoimmune disorder that can cause a variety of health issues. Here’s what you need to know about this complicated condition. Rheumatoid arthritis often causes inflammation, swelling and stiffness in the joints. It typically affects the hands and feet first although it can affect any joint in the body. Most […]