Frustrated, need some guidance and really just people to talk toHello, I want to thank everyone for taking the time to read and if you can post! I'm 60 years old, feel like 90 most days. About 4 months ago...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesVenting
Feeling confused- Seronegative RA and New RheumyHave you ever been challenged about your RA when speaking with a new doctor? Has that ever made you feel so small and insignificant? I am feeling that way right...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesSeronegative RAMental HealthVenting
FeaturedFrustration Friday (Judgement Free Vents, Rants, & Open Discussion) Need to just get something off your chest about RA? We get how frustrating managing RA can be. This is a place to talk about it. We can make this...Reactions 0 reactions Comments15 repliesVenting
People my age look at me like I'm crazyI have had people my age ask me why they don't see me out socializing and when I tell them its like oh!!! In my mind I'm thinking try a...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesVentingFriends & Family
Blood work says no RADr says blood work says no arthritis. But sergion removed boan from shoulder said due to arthritis. Has anyone ever had blood work say no but symptoms says yes...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesSymptomsNewly DiagnosedVenting
MiscI hate RA. One minute your be-bopping along and then you feel the pain😔.Then before you know it BAM!! You're on some emotional roller-coaster 😭that can't be explained!!! Yeah that...Reactions 0 reactions Comments10 repliesVenting
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
"You Don't L👀K SICK"I went through my early stages of rheumatoid arthritis surrounded by family that did not believe I was in pain. I had difficulty dressing and a (well meaning???) relative, proceeded...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesVenting
feeling overwhelmed! need some advicehello! I'm new here, was diagnosed last week. reading your stories has really helped but I still feel a bit scared and ... stunned? some backstory. last autumn I've had...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesNewly DiagnosedVentingMental Health
