Calling all NYC RA Patients -- join our peer support group!No one should have to cope with RA alone. But that's exactly the position that so many of us find ourselves in. Even in giant New York City, there are...reactions1reply
I Just Can'tI'm Rachel. I too share the "well I guess im just a burden" disease, other known as Rheumatoid Arthritis. I'm 21. Been receiving treatment for a year and a half...reactionsreplies
Flare upsWhat are your flare up like? I have what I think are micro-flares. I'll get sudden, sharp, shooting pain in my fingers or toes. I also get aching major joints:...reactions7repliesSymptoms
Still NegativeThree and a half years ago after feeling so very tired and achy for months and months I woke up at 4:30 a.m. in such agony that I woke my...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
CCP AntibodyI was diagnosed with RA but a rheumatologist in 03/2015 after 2 years of being dismissed by GP doctors (needed a referral to see specialist). Anyway, my RF factor was...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
yogaHas yoga helped your RA? My doctor told me to try it. I just ordered a yoga arthritis dvd I will be doing in the morning. I can't afford a...reactions2repliesExercise
Fatigue & StimulantsI'm meeting with my PCP to discuss stimulants to help with fatigue/fog that's now affecting my productivity at work. Would love to hear about other people's thoughts and successful treatments...reactions1replyTreatment
Paleo Dietthis was recommended to me. I started 2 months ago and feel great, however, I still experience flares. I have read alot about legumes which is not on the Paleo...reactions1replyDiet & Nutrition
RA life spanDoes RA shorten your lifespan? I have it severe, my hand is turned outward. My toes are turned outward on both feet. It is getting harder to walk or stand...reactions2repliesTreatment
Dazed and ConfusedHello all a little over a month ago I went to the doctor because I was extremely fatigued and I had mild joint pain in my fingers, wrists, and ankles...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed