The Waiting GameLiving with rheumatoid arthritis often means spending a lot of time waiting. This can begin even before diagnosis, as there are frequently...reactionscomments
The Battle of the Prednisone Belly BulgeWhen I stepped on the scale at the doctor's office this afternoon and saw the numbers flash before me, I let out...reactions17comments
Would You Like Something with that RA, Ma'am?You’d think all the problems that rheumatoid arthritiscauses—the pain, disability, fatigue, fevers, and that general, all-around cruddy feeling—would be enough. Unfortunately, you’d...reactions22comments
OA Is Miserable, Too - But Different from RAHaving RA for 20+ years now, starting in my 40s, I really had no direct experience with the impact of osteoarthritis (OA)...reactions8comments
Can Being Sick Affect Your Blood Work?Last month I came down with a horrible virus of some sort. It caused a high fever and made my body feel...reactions2comments
The Great Sinus Situation of 2018Oh, my lungs hurt? It’s the methotrexate. My ribs are inflamed? It’s the rheumatoid arthritis. My tongue is sore? That’s just the...reactions9comments
RA, Chronic Illness, and Lost TimeOne of the things that comes along with chronic illness that almost never gets talked about is the inordinate amount of time...reactions21comments
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...reactions77comments
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...reactions28comments
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...reactions33comments
COVID-19 and Flu: Similarities, Differences, and How to Protect YourselfAs the coronavirus and flu season collide, this upcoming fall and winter will look different this year. Here in the United States...reactionscomments
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...reactions19comments
Six Assistance Programs RA Patients Need to KnowDisclaimer: Some of the programs mentioned below have been discontinued. We're in the process of updating this information. Managing a chronic disease...reactions10comments
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...reactions1comment
No. 2 – Do Research, Don't PanicThis is the second of ten things I’d like to go back and tell my newly diagnosed self about living with RA...reactions2comments
COVID-19 Updates, April 7: Face Coverings, Testing, & MedicationsIt is common to feel overwhelmed about COVID-19, with so much information changing day-to-day. Here are some of the important COVID-19 stories...reactions1comment
Jaw Pain and Rheumatoid ArthritisThe temporomandibular joint (TMJ) encompassing the jaw is one of the most complex and misunderstood joints in the body. There are multiple...reactions10comments
Rheumatoid Disease and Dementia: Is There a Link?Rheumatoid disease (RD)* can cause more than joint pain, destruction, and disability (as if that’s not enough!). It’s an autoimmune disease that...reactions3comments
What Is the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) Diet?Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) occurs when your immune system attacks joints, cartilage, and other body parts. Experts do not know what causes this...reactions5comments
Introduction to Restorative Yoga, Pt. 3: Legs Up the WallLegs up the Wall No restorative practice would be complete without this rejuvenating gentle inversion. For the ultimate relaxation experience, place a...reactionscomments
