Yes, people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can suffer from breathing issues. Here are some key points:

- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD): This condition causes the walls of the small air sacs in the lungs to become scarred and thickened, making it hard to breathe
- Airway Blockage: Inflammation can lead to conditions like Show Full Answer

Yes, people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can suffer from breathing issues. Here are some key points:

- Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD): This condition causes the walls of the small air sacs in the lungs to become scarred and thickened, making it hard to breathe.
- Airway Blockage: Inflammation can lead to conditions like bronchiolitis or bronchiectasis, causing shortness of breath and fatigue.
- Symptoms: Common symptoms include shortness of breath, a persistent dry cough, fatigue, weakness, and loss of appetite.

These lung issues can be serious complications of RA.

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