You probably know all about the swelling and pain in your joints that comes and goes when you have rheumatoid arthritis. But don’t neglect unusual symptoms that crop up on other parts of your body. They could be symptoms of complications or side effects of medicine you take.
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, autoimmune disease that occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks its own joints and tissues. RA can get worse with time, and without adequate treatment, this can lead to problems throughout the body. Watch out for these 10 problems, and call your doctor if you spot them. Once you got them, you should start common rheumatoid arthritis medications.
5Eye Problems
The inflammation that comes with your disease can damage parts of your eyes, including the sclera (the “whites” of your eyes) and the cornea (a thin protective layer).
Eye pain or new eye redness that is getting worse should be evaluated immediately. Talk to your doctor about any vision changes that happen over a matter of days or weeks, too.
