4. Red or dry eyes
Inflammation of the eyes is common with rheumatoid arthritis and it can lead to a condition called sclerosis, which is when your eyes are red and painful. Dry eyes aren’t directly caused by rheumatoid arthritis but by a related autoimmune condition called Sjógren’s syndrome. People with rheumatoid arthritis are much more likely to also have other autoimmune conditions, so dry eyes could be a sign that you have both.
5. Chest pain
People with rheumatoid arthritis are more likely to deal with heart problems, such as pericarditis which can cause chest pain. This is because of the inflammation of the tissues that surround your heart. You are also more likely to end up with cardiovascular disease if your rheumatoid arthritis is left untreated. Cardiovascular disease can lead to serious, and life-threatening, health problems such as heart attacks or strokes.
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