Pfizer injection boosterHi to all Dont know weather to have the booster injection for covid as had really bad reaction to the last jab what do you think? My artharitis playing up...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementAssistive Devices
Pins needles and numbnessHello, I was diagnosed in 2015 with RA. I'm currently taking 2 x 200mg of hydroxychloroquine. My RA has been decently controlled with this med. Recently I started to get...Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 repliesSymptomsDiagnosisFlares & Flare Management
RA and COVID vaccineHey all I know the COVID shot is a sensitive subject around many but I need advise or insight … I am 40f have had RA for about 15 years...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesCopingFlares & Flare ManagementSide Effects
Rest vs activityWhile I’ve read the medical/technical recommendations, I’m curious to know what works best for all of you. With my earlier symptoms, stiffness and pain generally improved after being up an...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementTips & Advice
Another updateI emailed my GP today and gave her my history/symptoms related to possible RA. She responded in less than 2 hours and I have an appointment Monday. She mentioned referring...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementVenting
Update - frustrating Healthcare systemI had my GP appt yesterday - establishing with a new provider due to insurance changes (gotta love it). They put me in as a wellness visit so RA was...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesHealthcare TeamFlares & Flare Management
Muscle weakness Up until recently, my symptoms have primarily been joint pain/swelling/stiffness and fatigue in what I would describe as intermittent flares. Today my pain has been about the worst it’s ever...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementProgressionSymptoms
Covid vaccine question (not political 😉I have worked in the Covid population since the start of the pandemic, so when I was offered the vaccine last December, started the Pfizer series. I do not have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementSymptomsTips & Advice
Improving symptomsI’m hoping I don’t drive everyone nuts here!😂 Having a place to vent and read is such a help! This is day 3 on steroids for the worst flare I’ve...Reactions 0 reactions Comments9 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementSymptoms
Does anyone take Gabapentin for pain relief?I use Tramadol for flares and was wondering about taking Gabapentin before bed...Reactions 0 reactions Comments18 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementTreatment