Rheumatoid arthritis :
Rheumatoid arthritis is a form of arthritis where the joints are affected as the body's immune system attacks itself. As already mentioned it affects joints of hands ,legs and all other small joints. Women are more prone to develop this disease rather than men. Mostly occurs in the middle age which falls between 30-40 years, it might also develop at a younger age too. Weakened immune system may also effect other parts of the body which include skin , eyes , mouth and digestive system also. Some of the symptoms of this disease are stiffness and swelling of joints , weakness , fever , tenderness in the joints , and pain in the joints especially in the morning .Risk factors which might include for developing this disease include family history , smoking and obesity. Diagnosis is generally done by basic blood investigations , x-rays ,ultrasounds ,and MRI. Treatment includes life style modifications , and some medication which might include NSAID's , anti rheumatic drugs .