Letter to my RheumatologistI switched doctors about five months ago. I felt really hopeful about this new doctor who was younger and well liked by his patients. He's easy to talk to and...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
RituxanI had a Rituxan infusion Tuesday. Besides feeling like I have the flu it has caused all my joints to swell, and be hot and painful. I can hardly move...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
What Does It All Mean?I am newly diagnosed with RA. I woke up one morning in excruciating pain. My Rheumatologist said I am a "Marker 1" for RA according to blood tests and that...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly Diagnosed
when to visit the doctorI was diagnosed in August of this past year. The rheumatologist prescribed methotrexate and I have responded well. However since the middle of December I have developed hip pain. Sometimes...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
new symptoms while being treatedI was diagnosed in April 2013 with RA and have been taking methotraxte since then. I experienced some relief but my doctor is hoping for more and has increased my...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptoms
Finger jointsHello, I believe I've had RA for some time now but the blood work finally came back positive in May. I've been having the typical flares, but I've noticed now...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesSymptoms
Med questionI am on Relafen, MTX injection, Embrel and a small dose of prednisone. My Rheumatologist told me at my last visit that if I don't improve in two weeks he...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
Orencia IV treatmentI have been on Orencia for over 2 yrs and 6 months without it. After 12 yrs of RA, we (my RA dr. and me) have found this to be...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatment
Assistive infoI'm not sure if this would be the place to ask for this info. I already have several places I go to for assistive devices, but I need some things...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
5 yr old with jiaHas anyone tried oregeno oil? My daughter is thinking about taking my granddaughter to see someone about hollestic healing. Any suggestions?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies