Loss of Appetite
Recurring joint pains and frequent slight fevers caused by inflammatory arthritis can lead to a decrease in appetite. Likewise, severe aches and an increase in temperature can contribute to a decline in a person’s desire to eat, resulting in poor eating habits. When ignored, this can trigger a metabolic syndrome that slows down the need for food intake, gradually affecting the person’s overall health.
When experiencing a combination of recurring joint pains (symmetric or asymmetric), chills, headaches, and inflammations that frequently trigger fever and result in a loss of appetite, it is necessary to seek professional help. These symptoms should not be taken lightly nor ignored. It’s likely an early developed rheumatoid arthritis, and it can be severe if preventive countermeasures are not employed.
A lack of appetite due to rheumatoid arthritis generally affects a person’s metabolism. With this type of arthritis, there is a high chance of developing a metabolic syndrome which can increase the risk of acquiring heart disease, stroke, or type 2 diabetes. These complications can be avoided if early treatment is applied.
