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Prednisone

My husband takes 5mg of prednisone a day, the doctor keeps trying to cut it back. Every time he does he inflames and has a lot of pain. When he...

RA Blood Tests for Immflamation

I am a woman 53 years old with seronegative RA and my PCP doctor said the high normal end of SED rate for a female over 50 is 30. I...

Treatment with epilepsy

Hello, I wondered if anyone could advise. Yesterday, I found out I have RA as suspected. Desperately need a DMARD as I’m so much pain and discomfort. I have epilepsy...

The importance of diet for my RA journey.

Hi there, I've DXed myself with RA with the help of this website and other online information. My PCP has checked me with three different tests. The RheumASSURE panel showed...

recommendation for a holistic or integrative doctor in the DC area?

Hello everybody, I live in DC area. Can somebody recommend a good holistic or integrative doctor in this area? Thank you....

Hospital / Nursing Home Visits

I know this is a personal preference, but what is everyone's feeling about visiting friends or family in the hospital and nursing home? The new Covid variants are apparently immune...

RA Fatigue

I find myself enjoying 3 days a week (walking, doing chores, etc.) and the rest of the week recuperating from the "good" days. I feel guilty that I'm always resting...

Getting Rhematologist support for time off work

I need advice about getting approval for a reduced work schedule for my RA. I've got RA and have had to move to a part time schedule at work -...

Biologic drugs

Which biologic do you feel is best for RA?...

Conversation of the Week: Pet Care when You're in a Flare

What are your tips for taking care of your furry (and non-furries) when you have a chronic illness flare? Why are our pets so important to us? Share your thoughts...

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