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Interstitial lung disease associated with RA typically includes interstitial pneumonias and bronchiolitis (inflammation of the small air passages of the lungs called the bronchioles), as well as damage to alveoli. The symptoms of interstitial lung disease include shortness of breath, pain, and difficulty breathing.1,2. The formation of nodules in the lungs occurs in a small minority of patients with RA (less than 1%). RA nodules are more common in men than women. Typically, nodules are asymptomatic.
They can form on the vocal cords, too, which causes hoarseness. You can also get them in your lungs, heart, and other organs, which can affect how these parts of your body work. Nodules donât give most people with RA any problems. But for some, they are painful and make it harder to do daily activities, because they put pressure on nerves, limit movement, or are in sensitive locations. They are not usually removed unless they are causing problems.