Antardhwani - A support Group for Ankylosing Spondylitis and Rheumatoid Arthritis patients.

Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic autoimmune disease that causes joint pain, swelling, stiffness, and reduced mobility. Although it can affect both men and women, women are two to three times more likely to develop the condition. Many women also experience more frequent flares, fatigue, and symptom changes during different stages of life. Hormones are believed to play a key role in this difference. Since RA is driven by immune system activity, hormonal changes can influence inflammation levels and affect how symptoms appear or worsen over time. Why RA Is More Common in Women Rheumatoid arthritis occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy joint tissues, causing inflammation and joint damage. Although the exact cause is not fully known, experts believe that genetics, environmental factors, and hormones all play a role. Women generally have a more active immune system than men. While this helps fight infections, it also increases the risk of autoimmune diseases. Hormone...