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Afternoon Has Anyone Had RA In Their Neck

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Witbank, ZA
November 10, 2024
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Yes, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect the neck, specifically the cervical spine. Here are some key points:

- Symptoms: Neck pain, swelling, stiffness, radiculopathy (weakness, numbness, pain, or electrical sensations in extremities), and myelopathy (disease affecting the spinal cord)
- Diagnosis: Physical exams, Show Full Answer

Yes, rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can affect the neck, specifically the cervical spine. Here are some key points:

- Symptoms: Neck pain, swelling, stiffness, radiculopathy (weakness, numbness, pain, or electrical sensations in extremities), and myelopathy (disease affecting the spinal cord).
- Diagnosis: Physical exams, imaging tests (X-ray, MRI, CT scan), and blood tests for rheumatoid factor.
- Management: Consult a rheumatologist for appropriate treatment options to ease pain and reduce swelling.

For more detailed information, you can refer to the article "Rheumatoid Arthritis in the Neck: 3 Ways To Manage Symptoms" on myRAteam.

November 10, 2024

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