Yes, jaw pain is actually a recognized symptom of rheumatoid arthritis! RA can affect any joint in the body, including the jaw joint, which can catch many people off guard — even those who have been living with RA for years.
One myRAteam member shared that their RA had progressed from the usual suspects (feet, knees Show Full Answer
Yes, jaw pain is actually a recognized symptom of rheumatoid arthritis! RA can affect any joint in the body, including the jaw joint, which can catch many people off guard — even those who have been living with RA for years.
One myRAteam member shared that their RA had progressed from the usual suspects (feet, knees, wrists, hands, shoulders) all the way to their ear-jaw joint, saying they were "so over all the joints in pain with this RA." The lingering headaches could be connected too. RA-related inflammation doesn't always stay neatly in one place, and jaw involvement can sometimes contribute to surrounding discomfort, including head pain.
A few things worth keeping in mind:
- Sudden onset of jaw achiness combined with headaches that linger for days is worth mentioning to a rheumatologist
- Tracking when the symptoms occur and how long they last can help your doctor assess whether it's RA-related
- Don't dismiss it as "just a headache" — new or changing symptoms deserve attention
It's always a good idea to loop in your rheumatologist, especially with new or shifting symptoms like these.
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Joint Pain and RA
June 22
Contacted my rheumatologist, gave them all the specifics and they want me to do a stroke/heart attack protocol (keep an eye out for) Ugh. Saw my primary care doctor, she has ordered an EKG and thyroid panel.
June 25
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