How did you know it was time to change your rheumatologist? ...Sometimes, our relationship with our rheumatologist just isn't working out (as David explains in his article - https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/change-rheumatologists...Reactions 0 reactions Comments32 repliesHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Is there one doctor to threat multiple autoimmune diseases?...I feel like I am not being treated in an approach for all of me. I see quite a few different doctor. ...Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 replies
Eye ulcer...Since being diagnosed with RA 6 months ago, I’ve developed eye ulcers in my cornea 2 times....Reactions 0 reactions Comments7 repliesSymptoms
Learning limits...I go in and have my blood taken but haven't built up a relationship with them and my consultant has told me numerous times that its all just guess...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
CCP Antibody...I was diagnosed with RA but a rheumatologist in 03/2015 after 2 years of being dismissed by GP doctors (needed a referral to see specialist)....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Felty's syndrome...I have had painful, stiff joints in my fingers for a couple of year and diagnosed with RA and Felty's syndrome this week....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesSymptoms
Antibiotics for treatment???...I recently read an article (online) that stated that there's an antibiotic (minocycline) that has shown success in treating rheumatoid arthritis....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesTreatment
Evening anxiety...Do you get anxiety in the evenings and have you got help for it?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesSymptoms
Looking for walking canes?...After much research, I've managed to put together a guide to buying walking canes in the link below. Let me know what you think....Reactions 0 reactions Comments0 replies
Is it common to take all four medications at once?...on all 4 medications at once I am taking embril methotrexate plaquenil and steroids I am continued to have flares missing a lot of work and life I am Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Does methotrexate have to build up in your system?...I have been on methotrexate for three weeks and do not feel a difference....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
Has anyone switched from Methotrexate pills to the injections?...Thanks in advance!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
Are stress fractures in the feet common with RA?...I was diagnosed with RA earlier this year and have now had 2 bouts with stress fractures in my foot. Is this common with RA?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Covid and Celebrex?...I'm just wondering your experience, I put in a message with my doc. Thank you....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
heart...I have had several stents put in after the triple bypass failed. My veins were not compatible being used in the bypass....Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesAwarenessProgression
Which biologic to start with...In December, I developed a chronic UTI, so I stopped taking it. ...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesBiologic MedicationDiagnosis
I have been to the Phyiso this morning...Hi to all, I have been to the phyiso today & he says that i am not allowed do a big clean all at once otherwise it will floor me...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesAssistive Devices
I need a Caregiver...I live in Oregon and WA not to officially get my husband appointed as my Caregiver. He is already but not officially....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesCaregiving
Picking a new PCP. DO or MD?...I have to find a new doctor due to a change in insurance. I currently see an MD as my PCP (primary care physician)....Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTreatmentHealthcare Team