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Is There Stages To Rumotiod Arthritis? What Are They?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Albuquerque, NM

I guess every disease has stages like Ostio Arthritis
Fibromialga. I need to read up on it, I need to know if anxity, depression makes our inflammation worse if yes how? Thank you for answering my question
God Bless

June 17, 2024
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A myRAteam Member

Good morning Teresa,

Yes, your emotions do affect your RA. The AI response to your question is good. I've added this link for you to read. I have found this article the most helpful when emotions are involved. I hope you find it helpful as well.
https://creakyjoints.org/living-with-arthritis/...

The 11 Moods of Rheumatoid Arthritis — and How I’ve Learned to Cope with Them
The 11 Moods of Rheumatoid Arthritis — and How I’ve Learned to Cope with Them
https://creakyjoints.org/living-with-arthritis/mental-health/rheumatoid-arthritis-moods/
June 18, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Yes, there are stages to rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Here are the four stages:

1. Stage 1: Early Stage
- Symptoms: Mild stiffness, swelling in the joints, pain, and fatigue
- Affected Areas: Small joints of the hand are often affected first.
- Diagnosis: Difficult due to lack of joint damage; symptoms may be Show Full Answer

Yes, there are stages to rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Here are the four stages:

1. Stage 1: Early Stage
- Symptoms: Mild stiffness, swelling in the joints, pain, and fatigue.
- Affected Areas: Small joints of the hand are often affected first.
- Diagnosis: Difficult due to lack of joint damage; symptoms may be vague.

2. Stage 2: Moderate Stage
- Symptoms: Increased joint damage, limited mobility, and range of motion.
- Affected Areas: Cartilage damage begins, minor bone damage (osteoporosis) may occur.
- Diagnosis: More evident through imaging and symptoms.

3. Stage 3: Severe Stage
- Symptoms: Severe pain, swelling, and decreased mobility.
- Affected Areas: Significant cartilage and bone damage, joint deformity may begin.
- Diagnosis: Clear joint damage visible on X-rays or other imaging.

4. Stage 4: End Stage
- Symptoms: Severe pain, loss of joint function, and possible joint fusion.
- Affected Areas: Extensive damage to cartilage and bones, significant deformity.
- Diagnosis: Advanced imaging shows extensive joint damage.

Treatments vary by stage and aim to slow disease progression and manage symptoms.

June 17, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I definitely think RA is effected by our emotions. More inclined to get a flare up if anxious. I asked my specialist for anti anxiety meds. I must say it's helped

June 18, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Thank you Maggie63 I'm getting ready to see the information you sent me again thank you.

September 26, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Hi Teresa
Definitely emotions play a roll in how you feel. I am taking my third session of pain management therapy. (Highly recommend!) The key point is that negative emotional and mental states can cause us to perceive a greater intensity of pain and discomfort. Here's what we are trying to practice...realistic or positive reactions are adaptive and allow us to experience less pain and function more effectively. Example: Pain is unbearable => Try positive coping statements, distraction, relaxation. (my comments are from the Doctor who is teaching our class.)

June 27, 2024

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