5. Red, Inflamed Eyes  

If you have a more serious form of RA, you may notice your eyes appear red or inflamed. This is from the damage to your ocular blood vessels that could lead to serious vision problems. 

Many RA patients find that they experience dryness around the outer area of the eye, and eye drops provide temporary relief. However, if the problem persists, or if you experience sudden severe ocular pain, it could be a sign of deeper eye damage that needs to be treated immediately. 

4. Numbness or Tingling 

RA most commonly affects the joints of the wrist, but the numbness and tingling associated with signs of the disease may occur anywhere in the body. These conditions occur when the RA-inflamed tissues push up against nerves, causing a disruption or even serious or permanent nerve damage. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common symptom of a more serious case of RA damage in your wrists.