Yes, it's possible to still experience fatigue and mild shortness of breath (SOB) even if your inflammatory markers are good and your pain is well-controlled. In rheumatoid arthritis (RA), fatigue can be a significant symptom independent of disease activity. This could be due to several factors, including the chronic nature Show Full Answer

Yes, it's possible to still experience fatigue and mild shortness of breath (SOB) even if your inflammatory markers are good and your pain is well-controlled. In rheumatoid arthritis (RA), fatigue can be a significant symptom independent of disease activity. This could be due to several factors, including the chronic nature of the disease, other conditions such as anemia, or even the effects of medications. It's important to discuss these symptoms with your healthcare team to rule out other causes and to find the best management strategies for you.

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