No relief yetI've tried Prednisone, methotrexate/folic acid/sulfasalazine, Actemra, humira, naproxen, Meloxicam, ibuprofen, aspircream, and now my latest medication routine is Arava 20mg every other day plus sulfasalazine 500mg 2x a day. It's...reactions4repliesTreatment
"I'm flaring"...."Well, what did you do to cause that?"More than once I've been asked that question. Once I was asked that by a supervisor who was giving me the side eye and looking to write me up as...reactions5replies
Caring For My "Caregiver"Mike has played so many different roles in the over 30 years he's been in my life. He's been, among other things... my friend, babysitter, playmate, drinking buddy,pinball wizard, hero...reactions4repliesCaregiving
What does RA pain feel like?I'm diagnosed with a couple autoimmune diseases, RA being one of them. Like most, pain is a big part of my days however it seems like I have several different...reactions6replies
Has anyone been on Arava and what was your experience with it?Hi all...I’m new here. Has anyone been on Arava and what was your experience with it? MTX did not work out for me due to many side effects. Been on...reactions4replies
Hi, New to the forumHi,everyone, diagnosed with RA 3 years,ago.I am on Plaquenil.I was given Steroids,Prednisone,but these wrecked me,weaned myself off them and feel much better,though they have, me osteoporosis! Now using curcumin,vitamin D3...reactions1reply
VitaminsWhat vitamins and how many are you taking daily? Do you noticea difference?...reactions16repliesDiet & Nutrition
Self Care when dealing with Challenging timesHi , Just wanted to connect you with my new blog post on self care. I am not selling anything. Just want to inspire and support others who are living...reactionsreplies
Any tips for going to the dentist?Lately it’s been like torture since TMJ issues make it hard for me to open my mouth as wide as the dentist would like, let alone keep it open that...reactions2replies