Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes pain and damages in various joints throughout the body. Inflammation in the lining of the joints causes pain and swelling resulting in bone erosion and joint deformity.
- Rheumatoid arthritis mainly affects the lining of the joint, but can also damage the skin, eyes, lungs, heart, kidneys, salivary gland, nerve tissue, bone marrow and blood vessels.
Symptoms with rheumatoid arthritis include:
- Joint pain and tenderness
- Loss of joint function
- Joint stiffness
- Fatigue
Causes of Rheumatoid arthritis
Frequent and high consumption of heavy and incompatible foods, indigestion and lack of physical activity can cause imbalance in body system and affect the immune mechanism of the body.