According to Dr. Avinash Jain, Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease which means there are cells in the body that are meant to protect you from foreign invasion like infection, begin to consider your own body as alien for eg your joints. The disease generally affects small and large joints in a symmetrical fashion and is characterized by pain and swelling in these joints. You may suffer from morning stiffness which can last beyond thirty minutes. Reports like Rheumatoid factor or anti-CCP (ACPA) can be positive or negative. Similarly, ESR or CRP can be high. This arthritis is not caused by uric acid.
It can affect your eyes, lung, heart, skin, and many other organs. There are multiple treatment options available that can improve your quality of life and relieve your pain. You can lead a normal life with normal work efficiency. For more information, contact Dr. Avinash Jain.
