Everything You need to know about Rheumatoid arthritis Rheumatoid arthritis is a painful swelling of the joints caused as a result of an autoimmune and inflammatory response of the body.  Autoimmunity triggers an attack on healthy cells in the joints of hands and feet and thus cause inflammation. Such joints become swollen and are tender to touch. Redness or red bumps can be noticed at the affect joint. Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects the joints of finger, wrists, hands and feet. It causes morning stiffness, extreme pain and burning sensation at the joints.  The exact cause of rheumatoid arthritis remains unknown. However it is believed that genetic inheritance and environmental triggers may contribute to the autoimmunity which leads to rheumatoid arthritis.  It is more common in women than men and it usually have a gradual onset. It is generally a non-treatable chronic illness and the only treatment done is to manage the symptoms of di...