RA affected 2 fingers 12 months ago and stoppedMy Dr diagnosed RA 12 months ago affecting the small finger and the one next to it and advised to use a cream to relieve the pain. This occurred rapidly...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
The Invisible DiseaseI was diagnosed this last February with RA. I'm 48 years old. I've told my closest family and friends, but they tend to forget. I am the matriarch of the...reactions54repliesAwareness
RA or Parvo B19?Hi Everyone, I was diagnosed with RA in 2012 and have been on 20mg of methotrexate (and at times a combo of other meds) since. I spent years with one...reactions13replies
Low blood sodium Has anyone in this community ever found they have low blood sodium after a blood draw? This is a new symptom for me . Just curious. TY...reactions9replies
infusions vs pain management?thinking about another way of handling RA. don't want to begin infusions... cost is a lot...reactions9repliesBiologic Medication
New member hereGM All, New member here, looking for support and discussion of issues. I am 59yr old male that was diagnosed with RA on January 3rd 2025. My RA is primarily...reactions23repliesFriends & FamilyNewly Diagnosed
I've also had new problems. Lungs:Pulm Fibrosis. But the rheum. here says my blood is fine? Help?reactions1reply
Tips for balancing RA and schoolI was diagnosed when I was 15 and I’ll be turning 17 soon and heading into a busy year at school. I have surgeries coming up and lots of appointments...reactions2repliesCoping
How many step is reasonable?I was diagnosed with RA in 2014, pain, finger and toes going wonky etc After a DEXA scan for bone density it shoes that I have osteoperosis in both hips...reactions2repliesExerciseCoping
Extreme and oppressive tiredness with EnbrelI like Enbrel. It works for me and keeps RA symptoms at bay. However , I sometimes get him with an extreme and oppressive tiredness after taking (within an hour...reactions10replies