Can Rheumatoid Arthritis Badly Affect Seniors? Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that often goes unnoticed in its early stages, but for seniors, its effects can be particularly devastating. Unlike osteoarthritis, which is primarily caused by wear and tear on joints, RA occurs when the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, leading to inflammation, pain, and joint…
