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Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms .

  Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic disease that causes inflammation in the lining of the joints . Patients experience joint stiffness and pain, which can affect their ability to perform daily tasks . Common symptoms include swollen joints, fatigue, morning stiffness, and loss of joint function. Some of these drugs have serious side effects. A dozen or so of these drugs are boxed or printed in black with a warning that they may cause or exacerbate congestive heart failure . A black box warning may appear on a drug label or prescribing information even if the drug is not approved for that use . The exact cause of RA is unknown. But, it does occur in some families where the body's immune system begins attacking healthy tissues and joints . NSAIDs are not recommended for long-term use in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. There is no evidence that it is useful in treating this condition. NSAIDs only suppress the inflammation and pain symptoms associated with the condition. You w...