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What does a “flare” look like?

Over the last two years, I have been experiencing periods of time (about 3-4 days) of extreme joint swelling, joint pain, horrible body rash. To the point where I can...

Any advice welcome 🙏

Recently referred to a specialist so waiting on that appointment. I have high Rheumatoid factor but everything else OK. Extreme stiffness in my legs, back, arms & shoulders. Knees &...

blisters

mouth blisters on inner lips and tongue , has any one had them...

Photosensitivity while on methotrexate

I recently had to find a new rheumatologist due to new insurance and I've only seen her once, hence no established rapport. I was on vacation a few weeks ago...

Leg pain with RA

Hello! I was diagnosed with RA almost 1 year ago. Prior - I had pain involvement in my legs and chalked it up to charley horse at night. Fast forward...

burning sensation on skin

I feel light burning sensation on the skin on my hands and sometimes on my face. I am on Methotrexate for 4 months which has reduced the pain significantly. Does...

Conversation of the Week: Managing Fatigue Due to RA: Tips, Questions, & More

Hi! So this week we are talking about managing fatigue with RA. Fatigue is one of the most insidious parts of living with chronic illness and it can be a...

Abnormal Periods While Managing RA

One of our RA health leaders, Monica, shared her experience battling anemia, and abnormal periods - in addition to her RA (https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/living/anemic-menstruation) Have others here had similar experiences?...

Rash and burning sensation

I have started to get this rash on both arms same place it does not itch and it looks like it is under the skin Also about 10 times a...

Hand ultrasound help!

Had hand ultrasound done Monday. I will copy my results. I've had extreme issues with my hands for almost 5 years, they originally thought carpal tunnel, but ruled that out...

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