What Is Respiratory Arthiritis?

Respiratory Arthritis, also known as Rheumatoid Arthritis, is a painful, inflammatory condition that can create a number of difficulties throughout the body. There are many treatments for the condition, but at the moment there is no cure. Consult your doctor if you or a loved one develop symptoms.

Definition

• Respiratory Arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that affects tissues, organs, and joints. The condition is extremely painful and physically limiting, but it is possible to live with the disorder for many years. Rheumatoid Arthritis can be difficult to diagnosis, as it takes the the body many years to develop visible changes.

Symptoms and complications

• Over time, Rheumatoid Arthritis gradually inflames and constricts joints, muscles, and organs, resulting in complications such as respiratory and breathing difficulties, which is why it is occasionally referred to as respiratory Arthritis. Hands and feet often have the most noticeable complications, with fingers and toes tightening and contorting into permanent uncomfortable positions, making it difficult to walk or manipulate objects. People with Rheumatoid Arthritis are more prone to develop blood and heart trouble, as the circulation in the veins begins to constrict as well.

Treatment

• Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic condition for which there is currently no cure. However, there are many ways that people living with Rheumatoid Arthritis can cope with their condition and live a normal life. Leflunomide is a popular treatment that has been proven to relieve many of the symptoms and slow the progress of condition, though side effects can include liver disease, diarrhea, and hair loss. People with blood and circulation difficulties resulting directly from RA may be able to take Rituximab, which depletes B-cells, which cause inflammation.