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Are there many seronegative individuals here?

3 Answers Submitted By Violetrose - July 27, 2017

Meloxicam treatment changed to Methotrexate

1 Answer Submitted By DEBMAR - July 27, 2017

I have been taking Meloxicam for OA for five years, but after 3 yrs was diagnosed with RA and now take Methotrexate. Had to stop taking Meloxicam because of blood in my… READ MORE

Are stress fractures in my foot common with RA?

2 Answers Submitted By MelanieO - July 24, 2017

I was diagnosed with RA earlier this year and have now had 2 bouts with stress fractures in my foot. Is this common with RA?

Pain like shinsplints, not in joint. Could this be RA acting up?

2 Answers Submitted By diagnosisart - July 24, 2017

Normal blood tests

5 Answers Submitted By joshoo - July 20, 2017

I am almost certain I have RA. My mother and grandmother had it and I have all the symptoms, although it started at a younger age for me. But my blood tests… READ MORE

I have some questions about the Rheumatoid factor.

1 Answer Submitted By greatestmother - July 6, 2017

Does it ever change with flare ups? And, I understand the normal Rheumatoid factor is 14. My Rheumatoid factor reads 31, but I’m reading that some people have a factor of 90… READ MORE

My Rheumatologist retired, new doctor is confusing me…

4 Answers Submitted By Patricia Darstein - July 5, 2017

Prior to my doctor’s retirement (short version anyway) I was receiving IVIG, and a pretty good pain management routine. Now his replacement states that I have Fibromyalgia, do not need any pain… READ MORE

Finger amputation

2 Answers Submitted By kingkatekong - July 5, 2017

Hi..a minor injury to my right index finger was the event that triggered an inflammatory response in my body about 7 months ago. In that time, I have completely lost the function… READ MORE

Need help finding a Good Rheumatologist

3 Answers Submitted By Prettywoman513 - July 5, 2017

I have recently been diagnosed with Severe Rheumatoid Arthritis. I am uncomfortable with the Rheumatologist. Can anyone recommend a good rheumatologist in the Longview-Ryler Texas area? I am scared and desperate for… READ MORE

Muscle fasiculations

5 Answers Submitted By MandaPanda10 - July 5, 2017

My muscles twitch. Literally non stop. All day, every day. Even when I sleep. I’ve seen a neurologist and had emg and it always gets blamed on my RA. My rheumatologist says… READ MORE

Regarding RA treatment

2 Answers Submitted By Franklin - July 5, 2017

My wife is suffering from RA for past 1 year. Her age is 25. We shown her to ortho doctor and he gave lefra10 tablet and calcium vitamin tablets. My wife continued… READ MORE

Pre op and post op considerations after knee replacement surgery?

2 Answers Submitted By QTPie - June 27, 2017

Lump in side of neck, is that RA?

4 Answers Submitted By sharoncookie57 - June 23, 2017

Is hand contracture an RA issue?

2 Answers Submitted By Lucy - June 21, 2017

So much to swallow! Advice?

2 Answers Submitted By ajoda - June 14, 2017

About to start Methotrexate + Folic Acid + Turmeric + Glucosamine and Fish Oil. Newly diagnosed with OA but they are sure it’s RA. Seems like an awful lot! Anyone with experience,… READ MORE

Can RA be cured?

3 Answers Submitted By Editorial Team - June 13, 2017

Is it difficult to find a good treatment plan?

5 Answers Submitted By Editorial Team - June 13, 2017

Are migraines associated with RA?

4 Answers Submitted By Editorial Team - June 13, 2017

How can I manage fatigue?

6 Answers Submitted By Editorial Team - June 13, 2017

How do I deal with the side effects of treatments/biologics?

4 Answers Submitted By Editorial Team - June 13, 2017

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