RA and dental issuesHi all! I’ve belonged to this site for a long time, but never really asked for help. However, I’m hoping someone has some advice, or has experienced something similar. I’ve...Reactions0reactionsComments46 repliesTips & Advice
Tendonitis Hi I was recently diagnosed with RA and I also deal with Graves disease. I'm having alot of trouble with my elbows it started with just my rt but now...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTips & AdviceNewly DiagnosedSymptomsVenting
acceptable amount of time to see rheumatologist when serious change occursjust wondering if anyone has an opinion on this... started having much worse pain in both knees, much worse in right.. swelling, hard to walking was difficult to put it...Reactions0reactionsComments21 repliesSymptomsVentingHealthcare TeamProgressionTips & Advice
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Hands Who here has joint damage in their hands, or had rheumatoid arthritis signs and symptoms first appear here? What are your favorite products, tools or ways you take care of...Reactions0reactionsComments27 repliesAssistive DevicesTips & AdviceSymptoms
FeaturedWhat are your best tips to get sleep with RA?Getting quality sleep with RA can be challenging. In your experience, what tips have worked for you?...Reactions0reactionsComments80 repliesSleepTips & Advice
Rheumatoid Arthritis and RelationshipsLet's chat and discuss relationships. What's one (or more things) you wish people knew, and what's something you wish people understood more of in regards to RA, and what you...Reactions0reactionsComments20 repliesFriends & FamilyCopingTips & Advice
Pain and showeringHi. I have had RA since 1977. Diagnosed correctly around 1982. Both total knee replacements. And many other surgeries. My upper body hurts constantly especially with this cold weather. I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesAssistive DevicesTips & Advice
Are there foods to avoid to help with flares?Just looking for some help in reducing the flares or the severity of them. I suffer excruciating pain when it affects my wrist and ankles. I take hydroxychloroquine....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTips & AdviceVentingTreatmentDiagnosisSymptomsFlares & Flare Management
Covid/Flu vaccines while on immunosuppressantI am on Orencia biologic for my RA. I just wanted to check with our community about the following since I don't get straight-forward advice from my doctor: 1) Is...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBiologic MedicationTips & AdviceHealthcare Team
Flare Triggers: SleepSleep can be difficult when you are in pain, but the lack of sleep can trigger an RA flare in some people. It can feel like a vicious cycle! What...Reactions0reactionsComments55 repliesSleepTips & Advice