New drug? Has anyone experienced Tofacitinib/Xeljanz?Hi all, I'm new here having started treatment for RA in the last 6 months (man, it feels good to finally have a diagnosis and start DOING something! :). I...reactions19repliesTreatment
TNF inhibitorGreetings all! I'm hoping to hear others experiences switching from one TNF-inhibitor to another. A bit of background: I was diagnosed with RA 2 years ago, Prior to dx, my...reactions5repliesTreatment
What's next after an elevated RA Factor?Waiting on referral to Rheumatologist....anxious and scared.... what if it is RA? My PCP did a lot of blood work at the beginning of this month as I had been...reactions5replies
Should we put off starting Methotrexate?My husband is 39 and was diagnosed with RA about 5 months ago. He was told that he should start methotrexate immediately and get a shot once a week. We...reactions3replies
Can my Dr. take away my meds because I can't pay the balance off in full?Can my Dr. take away my meds because I can't pay the balance off in full? My Dr. Just stopped filling my meds because I owe him money, I always...reactions4replies
I need advise please!! At the end of my ropeI am 60 yrs old and was dx'ed with RA probably about two years ago although I know its been going on for decades, literally. I see a RA doc...reactions8replies
Anyone know if there is a rheumatologist who has the condition?I know it's an odd question BUT I would love to know and love to have such a provider. Sometimes I just feel like they (these various doctors I've seen)...reactions1reply
shoes or no shoesDoes anyone else have any input or opinions on wearing shoes or no shoes. I feel like when I am at home cleaning house, for instance, for 2-3 hours at...reactions7repliesSymptoms
Can physiotherapy treatment help treat RA?Hey!! Can anyone here explain me the treatments of RA? I'm currently awaiting an appointment with a rheumatologist as my GP considers that my symptoms and blood results point to...reactions3repliesTreatment
Walking aid?Hi! I'm a 20 year old college student and was diagnosed with RA about eight months ago. I'm currently taking methotrexate, folic acid and hydroxychloroquine. The meds certainly help in...reactions3repliesExercise