Active yesterdayWeird RA Symptoms - So Much More Than Joint PainI am curious to hear about everyone's "weird" symptoms that aren't normally talked about with RA... at least outside of this community anyways ;) For example, I occasionally experience swelling...Reactions 0 reactions Comments51 replies
Active yesterdayCovid affects on RA New to the group and everyone is different, but curious about Covid affects on RA? I have had RA for over 10 years, majority of it I have used Methotrexate...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesBiologic MedicationAwarenessSide Effects
Active 3 days agoSleepI dont think a good night sleep is possible anymore. I am 68 yr old and drink water all day long, it tastes good, I am always parched. During the...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesSleep
Active 3 days agoRx for Sulfasalazine for seroneg. NEWLY diagnosed RA Hi there. I am in early stages of RA... Sero-negative and no genetic link so I have been struggling with the diagnosis. Rheumatologist wanting me to go on meds. asap...Reactions 0 reactions Comments20 repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatmentSeronegative RA
Active 3 days agoBubble lifeSo, just got my rx for Leflunomide 20mg. And the things it says about infection risk are startling. The paperwork says to avoid cuts & injuries -even goes so far...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesCoping
Active 3 days agoSun sensitivity and RA meds: Experiences, Suggestions...Has anyone ever struggled with sun sensitivity after starting RA medication? Share some tips and experiences. As it starts to get warmer out we could all practice some good sun...Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 repliesSide EffectsSymptomsTips & Advice
Active 3 days agoGut MicrobiomeFor those of you with Netflix, VERY interesting documentary called “Hacking your Health: Secrets of the Microbiome”. While they only swiftly mention autoimmune diseases, they do touch on a bit...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesDiet & NutritionTips & AdviceAwareness
Active 3 days agoDoes Ice or hear help I’m very newly diagnosed. I have so many questions, but I guess, my first question is. Does ice or heat help manage the pain or swelling...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesCopingNewly DiagnosedSymptomsTips & Advice
Active 3 days agoVegan DietMy Dr has suggested that I try a vegan diet., stating that a few of his patients have been able to go completely off their medication by being vegan. Does...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Active 4 days agoIs anyone using bone broth?New to this unfortunate disease, I'm still desperately trying to find ANYTHING to make me feel better. Medications are working on pain and inflammation quite well, but I've just been...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies