Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis synovitis

Typical symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis synovitis include joint swelling, stiffness, pain and limited mobility. Patients may also experience morning stiffness, joint effusion and fever. Early identification of the disease and timely medical treatment are key to controlling symptoms and preventing the disease from worsening.

1) Joint swelling and pain

The most common symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis synovitis are swelling and pain in the joints. The synovial tissue proliferates due to lesions, causing fluid to seep out and accumulate in the joint cavity, resulting in swelling and obvious tenderness around the joints. Usually, this pain is persistent and may worsen after activity, and it is difficult to completely relieve the pain at night or after rest. For pain relief, the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (such as ibuprofen and naproxen) is a common first-line drug, but it should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.

2) Morning stiffness and limited mobility

Morning stiffness is a characteristic symptom of patients with rheumatoid arthritis. It refers to joint stiffness after waking up in the morning and difficulty in movement, which lasts from tens of minutes to hours. This is related to synovial inflammation, which reduces joint flexibility and mobility. In daily life, warm compresses, hot water soaks for hands and feet, or gentle joint movements can relieve stiffness; physical therapy is also often recommended, such as heat therapy and low-intensity joint movement exercises.

3) Joint effusion and joint deformity

Synovial inflammation may continue to cause an increase in fluid in the joint cavity, i.e., joint effusion, and the patient will feel swelling and foreign body sensation in the joint area. If it is ignored or treated improperly for a long time, it may lead to joint structure destruction, deformity and severe functional limitation. To avoid this situation, the use of methotrexate or hormone drugs (such as prednisone) is the core of controlling systemic inflammation, and it can also be supplemented by intra-articular injection of hyaluronic acid to improve joint lubrication.

4) Systemic symptoms

In addition to local joint symptoms, some patients may also experience systemic discomfort, such as low-grade fever, fatigue, etc., which is related to the active attack of the immune system. At this time, you should pay close attention to the systemic manifestations of the disease and communicate with your doctor to adjust the treatment plan.

The occurrence of synovitis symptoms indicates that the disease is in the active stage, and it is necessary to seek help from a rheumatologist as soon as possible to systematically evaluate the condition and develop a treatment plan. By taking comprehensive treatment measures such as anti-inflammatory, joint protection and immune regulation in a timely manner, the patient's quality of life can be significantly improved and the progression of the disease can be delayed.