Suspected rheumatoid arthritis

GGC - Referral Management
NHS GGC

Suspected rheumatoid arthritis

Refer if persistent symptoms for >6 weeks, even with normal ESR/CRP and negative CCP or Rheumatoid Factor

  • New synovitis (boggy swelling) of more than one joint especially small joints of hands/feet
  • Morning stiffness >45 minutes
  • Symmetrical symptoms
  • Not better explained by another diagnosis
  • See below the GGC Referral Pathway

Suspected Early Rheumatoid Arthritis

 

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 28/06/2022

Next review date: 28/06/2025

Author(s): Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist.

Version: 1

Approved By: Referral Management Group