Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease where the immune system mistakenly attacks the lining of the joints, causing inflammation, pain and swelling.

Over time, this can lead to joint damage and, being a whole body disease, affect organs such as the lungs, heart, and eyes.

This is why early diagnosis is so important.

If you have had unexplained soreness or stiffness of the joints for more than 6 weeks, answer the following questions and NRAS can offer advice on the next steps to take.