Discoloration of skin on elbows and kneesNo matter how much I scrub or how much lotion I put on my elbows and knees look dirty. Does anyone else...reactions1reply
Yet another syndrome or disease related to RA...It's painful to use my hands now, even more than usual. My fingers get tingly and numb. I went to an orthopedic...reactions6replies
Waiting for answers and scaredHello. I am new to the forum. I am not hundred percent sure that I have RA, but my doctors think that...reactions2repliesNewly Diagnosed
Earning a living with ArthritisHi everyone, I have had arthritis since i was about 20 or so. I am now 34 and my arthritis used to...reactionsreplies
Does anyone have periodontal disease?I'm tired of visiting my dentist! To be honest I don't have any teeth free of fillings or aponeurosis. The frequency of...reactions4replies
What are the different stages of RA?My rheumy keeps telling me I have early RA, but based upon the results of my MRI's it appears as if the...reactions3replies
Which is best, eating whole grains or going gluten free?I have seen conflicting information. Some sites say to eat only whole grains. Others say to be gluten free. Which is best?...reactions2replies
morning pain almost gone by eveningI don't know if this is RA, fibromyalgiaor PMR but in the morning I am so stiff and sore I can barely...reactions1reply
Why are my blood tests negative for the rheumatoid factor?I am almost certain I have RA. My mother and grandmother had it and I have all the symptoms, although it started...reactions6replies