Arthritis in Geldermalsen

WHAT IS ARTHRITIS?

A common form of rheumatism is rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Rheumatoid arthritis in Geldermalsen is a disease characterized by chronic joint inflammation. The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis is not yet known. It is already clear that the immune system is disrupted, probably due to a combination of hereditary predisposition and environmental factors. Consider, for example, smoking, coffee or excessive alcohol consumption.

THE MAIN SYMPTOM OF RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS in Geldermalsen

Because the immune system runs wild, certain substances are released that can cause inflammation in the (small) joints. Pain is the main symptom of rheumatoid arthritis. The pain is caused by the inflammation of the joints. As a result, these feel warm, swell and the skin often turns red.