What are the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis in the knees?

In my experience, both my knees would feel incredibly stiff and warm to the touch every single morning, making it hard to walk down the stairs. The pain was symmetrical and accompanied by a general feeling of fatigue, which got much better once my doctor put me on a proper treatment plan.

Autoimmune conditions can be tricky, and since I manage thyroid issues, I know how important regular monitoring is. If your knees are swollen, stiff, and make clicking sounds while being painful on both sides, please get your blood checked for inflammatory markers regularly under a doctor's supervision.

If you suspect RA in your knees, plan for blood tests like Rheumatoid Factor and an X-ray of the knees. It is cheaper to get these done at a government-approved diagnostic centre before visiting a private specialist, which can save you a good amount of money.

I always worry when my knees crack, but my doctor told me that real rheumatoid symptoms involve actual swelling, redness, warmth, and stiffness that lasts for over an hour in the morning. If you are feeling this, please don't stress too much but do get it checked by a rheumatologist to be safe.