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I am newly diagnosed with ra. can this disease cause pain not just in the joints but throughout the body?

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Yes: New onset rheumatoid arthritis can cause morning stiffness, joint pain and swelling, muscle pain and weakness, and a feeling like having the flu. With good treatment this can be better in a week or two.

Dr Minich and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/18/2014

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