Any tissue in the body, not just the joints, can be affected by inflammation caused by rheumatoid arthritis.
The health body explains: "The blood vessels around the body can also become inflamed from rheumatoid arthritis.
"A GP will do a physical examination, checking your joints for any swelling and to assess how easily they move," the health body explains.
What's more, even moderate exercise can ease your pain and help you maintain a healthy weight, says the health body
According to the health body, you shouldn’t need a doctor’s advice to get started
While there is no specific diet that people with rheumatoid arthritis should follow, researchers have identified certain foods that can help control inflammation