Support groupsHello, I am having trouble finding local RA support groups. I am facing RA alone, and would love some knowledgeable empathy. I live in a state with low population (Alaska)...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingTips & AdviceAwareness
Prism test and Abetacepts and TNF’sHello, I just started Orencia infusions I had a reaction the first infusion and was given benedryl with the second with no reaction but horrible fatigue, pain all through my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSide EffectsSymptomsTips & AdviceTreatmentVentingBiologic MedicationCopingFlares & Flare ManagementNewly Diagnosed
FeaturedConversation of the Week: RA & Support AnimalsThis week's discussion is on RA & Emotional Support Animals (ESA). In this forum we will discuss what exactly an Emotional Support Animal is. We also will discuss some tips...Reactions0reactionsComments37 repliesCopingTips & Advice
pc monitor with accessibility controls for brightnessI have severe Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye disease). New monitors often have have to use tiny controls for settings. Not good for us with RA. Any recommendations? By the way...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingAssistive Devices
Plaquenil questionsI started plaquenil recently due to RA. My foot is in pain all the time, and blood work came back with high numbers. This medication makes my arms itch. They...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesCoping
Topical voltarin? or other treatment for individual joint pain?Sometimes only one joint is chronically sore/achy (right now my wrist). Does anyone have suggestions for alleviating some of that localized pain? Rx? compression support? other?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTips & AdviceCopingFlares & Flare Management
Conversation of the Week: Managing RA When You Have Other Chronic ConditionsManaging RA/RD when you also have other chronic conditions isn't for the faint-hearted. What other conditions do you live with and what are some of your favorite tips? Or just...Reactions0reactionsComments149 repliesComorbiditiesCoping
I’m a Union Ironworker by Trade. I’ve been diagnosed with RA. I’m having a hard time managing the pain in my knuckles and doing my job safely looking for any...How to deal with swelling in the Hands How to handle performing at a high level in the Construction Industry with painful joints...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesCopingFlares & Flare ManagementAwareness
FeaturedConversation Of The Week: Strategies To Manage RA At A Younger Age Hello! This week we are talking about the unfortunate reality that many young people are diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. When you’re young and you tell anyone you have RA, their...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTips & AdviceVentingCoping
How Are You Doing, Honestly?Just offering a safe and supportive space for anyone to share how they're currently doing....Reactions0reactionsComments53 repliesCoping