Rheumatoid Arthritis: Commonly Affected Joints & Body Systems
The joints most commonly affected by rheumatoid arthritis (RA) are:
- Small joints of the hands and feet, including the wrists, ankles, and toes
- Joints of the knees, elbows, and shoulders
- Neck and spine joints
- Jaw joint (temporomandibular joint)
- Hips
RA can also affect other parts of the body, including the eyes, skin, lungs, heart, and blood vessels.
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