A chronic inflammatory disease that mainly impacts the joints, rheumatoid arthritis causes swelling, stiffness, and pain. It happens when the body’s immune system misidentifies the joint lining as a threat and triggers inflammation. Over time, this can make movements difficult and may affect other organs such as the eyes and lungs. Early detection and timely management can slow the disease, protect joint function, and improve quality of life. We explore the early signs of rheumatoid art...