Hard Truths of Chronically CaregivingThere are many special individuals out there filled with compassion and selflessness that make this sometimes overwhelming and isolating world a little less overwhelming and isolating. This group includes both... By Janeil Whitworth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
My Journey From JIA to Pulmonary HypertensionEditor's Note: This article was written by Emily Wahl and was originally published on our new Health Union community, CardiovascularDisease.net. To check out the new community, click the blue button... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Relationships and the Unpredictability of RAOne of the most difficult parts of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and chronic illness is the unpredictability. It is, in my humble opinion, the greatest obstacle to a so-called "normal life"... By Daniel Malito4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Time is Valuable: Or, How to Talk About Being ImmunocompromisedNow more than ever, my time is both limited and valuable. Sometimes, though, my time — because I have RA — clashes with normal conceptions of time in our society... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
RA Pain: Ice Versus HeatFor as long as I can remember, I've found that non-medicinal methods of managing my RA have been just as important as the medication I take (currently Remicade). I've used... By Amanda Osowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Emotional Support Animals and RAI am the proud kitty mom to my emotional support animal (ESA), Hamlin. Living with a chronic medical condition like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) has impacted my overall mental health. The... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Arthritis Awareness Month 2024 GiveawayUPDATE: The Arthritis Awareness Month 2024 Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! May is Arthritis Awareness Month, and here at RheumatoidArthritis.net, we're honoring our wonderful community during... By RheumatoidArthritis.net Team1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments26 comments
Community Perspectives: Strange and Unexplained SymptomsRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a complex condition with many different signs and symptoms. Sometimes, the experience of a new or unexpected RA symptom can be scary, confusing, or upsetting. Some... By RheumatoidArthritis.net Team2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
5 Tips for Managing Bad Days as a ParentThere is a little bit of difficulty when tackling a topic such as managing bad days when you are a parent. Because in all reality, at the end of the... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
The Trap of Feeling Like a BurdenNot too long ago, I was hit with a triple threat: horrible insomnia, increased pain, and the need for hand surgery. As luck would have it, I had been planning... By Kathryn Elton, OTR2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments
"Can We Switch Bodies?" and Other Empathy-Building IdeasThere have been so many times in my life dealing with chronic illnesses that I have wondered what it would be like to take a moment to step out of... By Janeil Whitworth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Leveling Up With RALeveling up. It’s for video games, sure, but for those of us who suffer from rheumatoid arthritis, we do it every single day. "What could you possibly mean by that?"... By Daniel Malito4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments23 comments
RA in Longer WintersNever in my life have I experienced the amount of snow that has fallen in Wisconsin this winter, and apparently, this is a warm winter for Wisconsin. Coming from Florida... By David Advent2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments8 comments
When a Fever Amplifies Your RA SymptomsI am hardly ever a person who gets a fever. To be honest, I can count on one hand the number of fevers I experienced during this past year. And... By Amanda Osowski2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments15 comments
The Great Flare DebateWhen you explore Dr. Google for general information about rheumatoid arthritis, you will often see references to the term "flare." Many general information websites discuss flares as if patients with... By Leanne Donaldson3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments34 comments
Celebrating New Milestones Despite the Fear of Living With RAThis May, I will be celebrating my 20th anniversary of being diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. I was in my twenties when the diagnosis came into my life at the force... By Lynn Marie Witt, MSOT3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments33 comments
Keep Away, Toothfairy! My Tips for Healthy Teeth and RASince June 2023, I’ve been scared into really taking care of my teeth. Last year, I had a tooth removed due to severe infection and deterioration. It had nothing to... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments28 comments
Sweet Dreams Are Made of This"Wisdom comes through suffering. Trouble, with its memories of pain, drips in our hearts as we try to sleep." -Aeschylus, Agamemnon My sleep hygiene is appalling. It's erratic and unhealthy and... By Angela Lundberg4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments19 comments
Ask Our Health Leaders: How to Get Through the Worst DaysLiving with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be an overwhelming journey filled with physical and emotional challenges. The daily battle against joint pain, fatigue, and uncertainty can leave some people feeling... By RheumatoidArthritis.net Team3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis Good Days Are As Rare As Leap Years!As you may have realized already, this was a leap year! Time to jump for joy! (Spoiler alert: If you don’t like leaping puns and word play, better click off... By Daniel Malito4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments