Rheumatoid Arthritis Information

Arthritis means inflammation of a joint or joints. Arthritis itself is a symptom of an underlying condition, rather than a disease in its own right. There are many different conditions that can cause arthritis, such as joint injury, gout (a disease caused by the build-up of a chemical called uric acid in the joints), infection, hereditary factors, general wear and tear or even a fault in the immune system.

Rheumatoid arthritis, sometimes called RA for short, is a specific type of arthritis that develops when the body’s own immune system attacks the joints, causing pain, stiffness and swelling.

We have put together a series of pages where you will find information about rheumatoid arthritis, including:

What rheumatoid arthritis is and the types of people affected by it

The most common signs and symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis

The causes of Rheumatoid Arthritis and how it develops

The tests used to diagnose Rheumatoid Arthritis

Medicines used to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis

The outlook for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis

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