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Has anyone here had neck surgery?

I am 67 years old. I have had Sjogren's since 2006 and RA since 2017. I am about to have a cervical fusion done on 3 levels and also relieving...

Started methotrexate

Finally say my Dr. He said I had a bad case and that it had went too long undiagnosed. But he thinks he can get me some relief. He put...

Managing Shame

Do you experience shame when it comes to RA? One of our writers shared how, for him, RA triggers shame (https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/?p=40217). For those who can relate, do you have any...

The painful wait to see if I have rheumatoid arthritis

Hello everyone, On March 6th I developed a rash looking thing that covered all the knuckles on both of my hands in the photo, its never looked that bad since...

Social security disability

My spouse with RA is trying to get SSDI. She has a robust 40 year work history, and is only applying because she keeps having to take off work due...

RA flares from altitude changes?

I live at sea level and recently traveled up to the mountains at about 7000 feet. I felt my hands and wrists become painful and swollen. And my ankles also...

My Poem

I shared on Facebook & was asked to share here. I hope y'all enjoy!...

Diagnosis change ..symptoms the same

I was diagnosed over 5 Yrs ago with RA. Treated with various meds..oral, infusions and injections. Went to a closer located, new to town rheumatologist..told I did not have RA...

Tremors

I have RA for 32 years and my OA has kicked me out. I've noticed I get tremors or shaking in my hands and legs. Say a neurologist and had...

Flares following Orencia infusions

I receive an Orencia infusion once a month. The week after is always a week of pain and flare. Is this a common reaction or is my infusion not strong...

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