Why I Like Going to the Doctor’s
I used to hate going to the doctor’s. It was time ill spent and usually came with needle sticks, blood …
Monica Y. Sengupta
What Does it Feel Like?
“What does it feel like?” my friend asked (asking generally what the pain of RA – the experience of …
By Monica Y. Sengupta6 months ago
Pride Rock
“Ow, I hurt.” “WHY DIDN’T YOU ASK FOR HELP??” “…” I recently wrote an article asking why I continually …
RA or not RA?
One of my favorite summer shows is about a concierge doctor in the Hamptons, New York. In one episode, a …
Gotta Love It, Gotta Hate It, You Just Gotta Take It
When you fall in love with someone you expect, no, you hope you feel this burning passion for them. …
Young and In…RA?
Rheumatoid Arthritis presents a unique set of challenges that most people cannot fathom. This autoimmune condition causes odd …
I Call ‘Time Out’!
If you could call “time out” on your Rheumatoid Arthritis for 24 hours (with no repercussions the following day), …
Support in Unlikely Places
A very interesting thing happened to me a few weeks ago: I attended my 10-year high school reunion. First of …
Spontaneity: A Side Effect of Rheumatoid Arthritis??
Growing up I was pretty straight-laced. I didn’t break the rules or push my limits. Even after my mother passed …
The Monster Under the Bed
How many times did we cry for our parents at night, convinced there was a monster under the bed? At …
Me, Myself and Rock-Climbing
I’ve mentioned I’m an avid rock-climber in previous articles. It is not only a sport I hold dear but it …
Swamp Monster
I live in the same place I grew up. I guess I love it, maybe? The biggest reason I love …
Why Do I Keep Doing That??
When was the last time you pushed yourself too far and suffered the consequences of extra pain, stiffness and …
Help Wanted
When was the last time someone did something inexplicably beautiful for you? It really amazes me that civility is lost …
The Curse of the Flat Footed Floogie
Here are a few facts about me: I am 28 years old, I live on the East Coast, I am …
Caged to the Pain: A Story About my Ribs
The ribs are an important part of our bodies. They protect our lungs and hearts and other organs …
All About the Brain Fog, All Trouble
“What the h*ll are string beans?” I tilted my head at my friend. “You know, like green beans” I just …
Keeping Tabs
When I was twelve I wrote about my cat in a journal. I wrote each entry in the first …
What is Weakness
Is weakness a state of mind? A feeling? Is it physical or mental? Can I control it? The definition of …
Strength in Digits
I can happily say that except for some osteoporosis in my hips and lumbar spine I have little to no …