Rheumatoid Arthritis
A chronic autoimmune disease causing inflammation of joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint damage.
Also known as: RA.
Category: Rheumatologic
Drugs labeled for Rheumatoid Arthritis
30 medication ingredients list an association with rheumatoid arthritis in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis
The following symptoms have been associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Hand Pain
Pain in the hands, which can be caused by arthritis, nerve compression, or overuse....
Joint swelling
Information about Joint swelling....
Morning Stiffness
Joint or body stiffness that is worst in the morning and improves with movement, which can be a sign of inflam...
Symmetric Joint Pain
Joint pain and swelling affecting the same joints on both sides of the body, characteristic of rheumatoid arth...
Wrist swelling
Information about Wrist swelling....
Tests used to investigate Rheumatoid Arthritis
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Rheumatoid Arthritis. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Ana Blood Test
The Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) blood test is used to determine the cause and the appropriate treatment of arth...
Autoimmune Disorder Panel
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CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Crp Test C-Reactive Protein
This blood test measures levels of CRP to help indicate if cases of inflammation or infection are occurring. I...
Esr Test
The erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) blood test, also called a sedimentation rate or sed rate, is used to ...
High-Sensitivity CRP (hs-CRP)
Assesses low-level inflammation and cardiovascular risk....
Rheumatoid Factor (RF)
Helps evaluate rheumatoid arthritis and other autoimmune conditions....
Rheumatoid Factor Ra Test - Arthritis
Rheumatoid Factor (RF) is the autoantibody in rheumatoid arthritis (RA). In addition to RF IgM, raised levels ...
Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
Measures inflammation by timing how fast red blood cells settle....
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis is a health condition described in medical literature. A chronic autoimmune disease causing inflammation of joints, leading to pain, swelling, stiffness, and joint damage.
What are the symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis?
Rheumatoid Arthritis is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Fatigue, Fever, Hand Pain, Joint swelling, Morning Stiffness, Symmetric Joint Pain. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Rheumatoid Arthritis diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis include ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies), Ana Blood Test, Anti-CCP Antibodies, Autoimmune Disorder Panel, C-Reactive Protein (CRP). This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Rheumatoid Arthritis, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.