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Jobs

Hi everyone, I was diagnosed with RA in November of 2016. I think now I may be on the verge of considering a job change. In that vein, I am...

Sleep

I dont think a good night sleep is possible anymore. I am 68 yr old and drink water all day long, it tastes good, I am always parched. During the...

Rx for Sulfasalazine for seroneg. NEWLY diagnosed RA

Hi there. I am in early stages of RA... Sero-negative and no genetic link so I have been struggling with the diagnosis. Rheumatologist wanting me to go on meds. asap...

Bubble life

So, just got my rx for Leflunomide 20mg. And the things it says about infection risk are startling. The paperwork says to avoid cuts & injuries -even goes so far...

Does Ice or hear help

I’m very newly diagnosed. I have so many questions, but I guess, my first question is. Does ice or heat help manage the pain or swelling...

Vegan Diet

My Dr has suggested that I try a vegan diet., stating that a few of his patients have been able to go completely off their medication by being vegan. Does...

Is anyone using bone broth?

New to this unfortunate disease, I'm still desperately trying to find ANYTHING to make me feel better. Medications are working on pain and inflammation quite well, but I've just been...

Sensitivity to chlorine in shower

Has anyone else had sensitivity to chlorine in their shower? I'm wondering if it's just me, since my husband seems to be just fine. I have super dry skin and...

Am I supposed to hurt and be stiff all day every day?

I’m on humira, levothyroxine ( Graves Disease too), and heart meds. I also have spinal stenosis. My rheumatologist says I will be in some pain and my joints pain/stiffness will...

Newly diagnosed, afraid of meds, but cortisone shots helped

Going to give some details and backstory so you know where I'm at prior to the questions I have: I'm 37 and just got diagnosed with RA, but I have...

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