Active 4 days agoCan a handle returning to work?...Hi all. I have not worked in 4 years due to surgeries (neck fusion and hip labral tear repair) and difficulties with RA (fatigue, etc). I am feeling a little...reactions3repliesWork & Employment
Active 7 days agoDo I have early RA symptoms?...Firstly I'll say that I've recently had some blood tests - CCP, anti-CCP, CRP and FBC. All are 'normal'. I've also had my hands X-rayed but won't know the results...reactions3repliesDiagnosis
Dental Care Challenges with Rheumatoid Arthritis in Pearland...Hi everyone, I live in Pearland and have rheumatoid arthritis, so I’ve noticed how RA affects my dental care. Joint pain sometimes makes brushing and flossing hard, and some medications...reactions1replyHealthcare Team
Setpoint System just approved by FDA ...Has anyone considered this new electrical implant? After reading all the information on it. It seems very promising with very little side effects....reactions4repliesAssistive Devices
Need advice please ...In the early days with Rheumatoid. Pains in feet plus hands 4 to 5 out of ten pain wise. What should I be doing to help this illness, what aids...reactions1replyAwareness
In Sickness and In Health: Three Ways My Marriage Survived RA...The phrase “in sickness and in health” is a common commitment made during a marriage ceremony in many religions and cultures. Everyone has witnessed this vow exchanged between two partners...reactions1comment
Has anyone been prescribed 3 DMARDs and a biologic at the same time? ...I feel like this is affecting my appetite and brain...reactions9repliesBiologic Medication
DMSO Pain Relief and Anti-Inflammatory Use...DMSO (C₂H₆OS) Dimethyl Sulfoxide, anybody using it for it Pain Relief and Anti-Inflammatory properties? my brother suggested it. The safety sheet on the chemical isn't friendly. Just wanted to see...reactions1reply
Feeling lost...Hi, my GP has told me that she is pretty certain I have RA and has requested an urgent appointment to see a specialist. I was pleased at first as...reactions11replies
RA affected 2 fingers 12 months ago and stopped...My Dr diagnosed RA 12 months ago affecting the small finger and the one next to it and advised to use a cream to relieve the pain. This occurred rapidly...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
RA and Being Seen: What Does It Mean to You?...What does being ‘seen’ or understood mean to you when it comes to living with RA? Let's talk about it!...reactions7repliesCopingAwareness
Using Truxima, side effects ...I am considering using Truxima. Methotrexate, Leflunomide and Embrel have not worked. Only Ptednisone 7.5mg has helped. Started with Methotrexate, I was losing weight and muscle mass. Stopped after four...reactions5repliesBiologic Medication
Low blood sodium ...Has anyone in this community ever found they have low blood sodium after a blood draw? This is a new symptom for me . Just curious. TY...reactions9replies
Tips for balancing RA and school...I was diagnosed when I was 15 and I’ll be turning 17 soon and heading into a busy year at school. I have surgeries coming up and lots of appointments...reactions2repliesCoping
How many step is reasonable?...I was diagnosed with RA in 2014, pain, finger and toes going wonky etc After a DEXA scan for bone density it shoes that I have osteoperosis in both hips...reactions2repliesCopingExercise
infusions vs pain management?...thinking about another way of handling RA. don't want to begin infusions... cost is a lot...reactions9repliesBiologic Medication
Active yesterdayNew diagnosis. My biggest issue is fatigue and brain fog, though I do have some joint pain in hands mostly but it is minimal. Doctor prescribed Methodrexate but im very......I struggle so much with fatigue and brain fog that it has already affected my ability to do my work etc. I don't know if I can justify taking methodrexate...reactions13replies
When It Comes to Our Health, We Deserve Better...I came across something interesting the other day. Dave Ramsey, a Christian writer and finance guru, has this catchphrase: "Better than I deserve." The idea behind it? No matter how...reactions2comments
Diarrhea and methotrexate ...I just started my lose dose med 4 weeks ago and o have lost 14 lbs. I get tired and weak. Is this normal?...reactions5repliesCoping
