Advice for upcoming Dr appointmentAbout 6 months ago I was diagnosed with RA. At this point it is a very mild case. Mild enough that my doctor and I decide to not start any...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatment
Mouth teeth ulcersHi Guys Been on methotrexate since May24. Low dose then upped to get me off anti inflammatorys and pain killers. After 6 months on 6 x 2.5g a week I...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesTips & AdviceSide EffectsNewly DiagnosedDiagnosisVentingTreatmentSymptoms
Pain solutions while beginning methotrexateI am starting on methotrexate, so far I've only had one week's dose (oral). The first time I tried this I couldn't stand the pain without ibuprofen or naproxen, so...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesNewly DiagnosedFlares & Flare ManagementSymptoms
New member hereGM All, New member here, looking for support and discussion of issues. I am 59yr old male that was diagnosed with RA on January 3rd 2025. My RA is primarily...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly DiagnosedFriends & Family
Tendonitis Hi I was recently diagnosed with RA and I also deal with Graves disease. I'm having alot of trouble with my elbows it started with just my rt but now...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesTips & AdviceNewly DiagnosedSymptomsVenting
Sudden hand and shoulder issuesI have had osteoarthritis in knees for over 20 years and slight issues with hands and shoulders due to so many years using crutches. But this year in August my...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Moving climates to Help RA I was just diagnosed with Seronegative RA and my husband and I have been researching ways to help me feel better naturally. He bought uo maybe moving to a higher...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedSeronegative RA
FeaturedHow long did it take you to get a diagnosis?Share your thoughts and tell us: how long did it take you to get an RA diagnosis?...Reactions0reactionsComments168 repliesNewly Diagnosed
The path get's a bit clearer!Hello - I have posted here a couple of times on my diagnostic journey. Originally, I was told RA, then a second opinion didn't confirm the RA diagnosis, and the...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Has any one had sudden onset arthritis with no previous signs or family history?3 weeks ago I was training for a half marathon, running on the beach in the Dominican. (I live in Canada, just on vacation - came home immediately) Two days...Reactions0reactionsComments26 repliesDiagnosisNewly DiagnosedSymptoms