Rheumatoid Arthritis And Common Signs Of Old Age

Joint Pain And Swelling

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis may experience pain and visible swelling in their joints. The joints in your hand might experience mild inflammation or pain, which causes them to look bigger than normal. This can make it difficult to remove or slide rings onto the fingers. Your joints may also feel warm to the touch, which is a sign of inflammation. During the early stages of rheumatoid arthritis, sufferers may experience pain in the ankles, feet, shoulders, and knees.