Question 1

what are the signs of rheumatoid arthritis? and can anyone suffer from it, even at a young age? initial symptoms?

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: For a good discussion of this as it is not possible to do so here is to go to uptodate.com and read THE BASICS and then BEYOND THE BASICS about rheumatoid arthritis and then discuss with your local Drs as the disease may present differently in your part of the world and there may be other causes of arthritis than we see in US. Tuberculosis for example.

Question 2

what are the symptoms and signs of juvenile rheumatoid arthritis?

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Joint pain/swelling: The mayo clinic has a a good patient information article:
http://www.Mayoclinic.Com/health/juvenile-rheumatoid-arthritis/ds00018.

Question 3

what could be the vital signs and blood result and some physical examination of someone who has rheumatoid arthritis?

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See details: Vital signs are normal. Blood results vary from person to person but key tests include blood count, sed rate, CRP, rheumatoid factor and CCP antibody.

Question 4

i have rheumatoid arthritis, diagnosed 2010 and take a couple of meds. had a bone scan recently and appears to be normal, no sign of ra. i'm confused what does this means? is this supposed to mean that i don't have ra? i suffer from a lot of pain

Accepted Answer

Rheumatoid arthritis: A primary doctor, or a rheumatologist, can examine you and determine whether or not you have arthritis.  Even if you do not have arthritis, you may still have severe joint pain due to other musculoskeletal diseases which can be treated.

Question 5

is rheumatoid arthritis hereditary because my mother has it? i have stingness and numbness in fingers and toes.is it sign of rheumatoid arthiritis?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Autoimmune disease tends to have a hereditary component and RA is no exception.  Do you have numbness and pain only with cold exposure?  If so, this is called raynaud's and is often linked to autoimmune disorders but not specific to ra.  Stop smoking.

Question 6

can loss of normal cervical lordosis be caused by rheumatoid arthritis? if so, would there be signs of ra on the x-ray or mri of cervical spine?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Rheumatoid Arthritis commonly affects the cervical spine and can change the.normal London's due to pain and involvement of the facet joints. A good radiologist could see changes due to RA if advanced enough, but often hard to tell early on . Involvement of the upper vertebrae can be serious. It is uncommon for RA to involve the thoracic and lumbar spine.

Question 7

woke up with intense pain in arch of foot plus chills/mild fever.  symptoms disappeared 12 hours later. could this be a sign of rheumatoid arthritis?

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Foot-pain &amp; chills: "Woke up with intense pain in arch of foot plus chills/mild fever. Symptoms disappeared 12 hours later. Could this be a sign of rheumatoid arthritis?" This is a question you should consult your doctor about. A good history and physical, along with whatever testing (bloodworm) may reveal answers. I can't answer this without an examination, and review of your test results. Go see your doc-

Question 8

what are early signs/ symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis? joint pain, low fevers, finger swelling and stiffness, hot rash on fingers and knuckles.

Accepted Answer

Arthritis: You may know that there are several kinds of arthritis.  RA can present similar to what you mention.  Osteoarthritis (wear and tear) can do that also.  Please see your doctor.  He/she may refer you to a rhumatologist.  A nutritionist can be a helpful part of your support system also.  Peace and good health.

Question 9

what is rheumatoid arthritis ?

Accepted Answer

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet. Rheumatoid arthritis affects the lining of your joints, causing a painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and joint deformity. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder, this occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your own body's tissues.

Question 10

rheumatoid arthritis steam room?

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Ok: If the question is whether a steam room can be used if you have rheumatoid artjhritis the answer is yes. Generally the joints do feel better  with the application of moist heat. Sitting in a steam room can be therapeutic as long as it is not too hot and other factors or illnesses preclude using it.

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What could be the vital signs and blood result and some physical examination of someone who has rheumatoid arthritis?

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I have rheumatoid arthritis, diagnosed 2010 and take a couple of meds. had a bone scan recently and appears to be normal, no sign of ra. i'm confused what does this means? is this supposed to mean that i don't have ra? i suffer from a lot of pain

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Is rheumatoid arthritis hereditary because my mother has it? i have stingness and numbness in fingers and toes.is it sign of rheumatoid arthiritis?

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Can loss of normal cervical lordosis be caused by rheumatoid arthritis? if so, would there be signs of ra on the x-ray or mri of cervical spine?

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Woke up with intense pain in arch of foot plus chills/mild fever. symptoms disappeared 12 hours later. could this be a sign of rheumatoid arthritis?

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What are early signs/ symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis? joint pain, low fevers, finger swelling and stiffness, hot rash on fingers and knuckles.

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