What degree of RA do I have?I was diagnosed with RA in late March/early April this year. My RF was 33 and my sed rate was 40. Can...reactions2replies
Has anyone out there been on Rituxan and had positive results from it?I am going to be starting on the medication Rituxan in the next week. I have never been on an infusion medication...reactions2replies
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