Rheumatoid arthritis
Moderateहिंदी: जोड़ों में दर्द · தமிழ்: மூட்டு வலி · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಜಂಟಿ ನೋವು · తెలుగు: కీళ్ల నొప్పి · বাংলা: জয়েন্টে ব্যথা · मराठी: सांधेदुखी · ગુજરાતી: સાંધામાં દુખાવો
About this condition
Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease where the body attacks its own joints, affecting about 0.5-1% of Indians. It typically affects small joints of hands and feet symmetrically, causing pain, swelling, and morning stiffness. Early diagnosis and treatment with disease-modifying drugs prevent joint damage and disability.
Common symptoms
joint painmorning stiffness lasting over 1 hourswollen jointsfatiguemultiple joint involvementsymmetrical pattern
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When to see a doctor: within a week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Rheumatoid arthritis?
joint pain, morning stiffness lasting over 1 hour, swollen joints, fatigue, multiple joint involvement, symmetrical pattern.
When should I see a doctor?
within a week
Is Rheumatoid arthritis common in India?
Rheumatoid arthritis is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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