16 Early Rheumatoid Arthritis Symptoms and Signs

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks the lining tissue of joints, causing chronic joint inflammation. While it primarily affects joints, it can also cause inflammation of organs such as the lungs, eyes, skin, and heart. RA can come on gradually with minor symptoms that may or may not be noticeable. There is no cure for RA but medications can stop the progression and ease symptoms. See 16 early signs and learn what to look for.