What age does rheumatoid arthritis start?
My auntie was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis when she was quite young, in her late 30s. I thought it was more common in older age. At what age does rheumatoid arthritis usually start?
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6 months ago
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I agree that it usually starts between 30 and 50. Please get a clinical evaluation if your joint pain is accompanied by morning stiffness.
6 months ago
I am 31 and my knuckles have been swollen and stiff lately. I read RA usually starts in the 30s, and now I am really scared. Has anyone else experienced this starting so suddenly in their early 30s?
6 months ago
Usually, the joint rebellion begins between 30 and 50 years of age. I guess my immune system decided to wait until I was 45 to start its little party! If your joints are acting up, don't ignore it, go see a specialist.
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6 months ago
I totally get it, the thought of having arthritis can be really overwhelming and stressful. It commonly starts between 30 and 50, but please remember that getting diagnosed early means you can lead a completely normal life. Take a deep breath and book a doctor's visit.
6 months ago
In my case, the symptoms started at age 35 with severe pain in my wrists. I cannot give any medical advice, but getting a proper diagnosis from a rheumatologist changed my life, as the right medicines helped control the flare-ups.