Surviver of JRA for 66 years...My name is Linda Martin. I am 73 years old and was diagnosed with quick-onset chronic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) in 1959 by a Johns Hopkins rheumatologist. This came after...reactions2comments
Caretaking, Caregiving, and Care-Needing With RA: All the Same?...Those of us with chronic illness are frequently on the receiving end of caregiving. It is just a fact of the disease, and although it can be difficult to come...reactions12comments
Missed meds...My prescription ran out for my hydroxchloquine and I didn't take it for about 3 days. I have started it again, but the muscles in my arms are killing me...reactions1replySymptoms
Anyone use a diabetic or weight loss injection and have relief from RA?...I have read in several places that people with RA that have started one of the weight loss injections like Ozempic, Zepbound, or Saxenda, (semaglutide, tirzepatide, or liraglutide), have found...reactions3replies
Good morning everyone, this is my first time posting or joining in. Can you all tell me how do you cope with this nagging desease...I have flare ups quite a bit and at times they are unbearable. HELP PLEASE any suggestions...reactions10repliesFriends & FamilyFlares & Flare Management
i have bump in my wrist tested doctor Rheumatoid factor is 17.84ul/ml...For the past 6 months back pain started again pain gone after 2months bump formed in my wrist after 6 months i have little pain when i used any pressure...reactions1replyAwarenessCostCaregiving
Burning Sensation...I was diagnosed about 8 years ago. Lately Infwel like my flare ups are occurring more frequently, lasting longer and are more intense. My entire body feels like it’s burning...reactions3repliesFlares & Flare ManagementSymptoms
Travel ...Anyone travelled around Asia without any vaccinations due to being on Rituxan(rituximab)...reactions2replies
Covid/Flu vaccines while on immunosuppressant...I am on Orencia biologic for my RA. I just wanted to check with our community about the following since I don't get straight-forward advice from my doctor: 1) Is...reactions3repliesBiologic MedicationHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Hearing Loss & RA - is there a connection? ...Looking for information or other folks’ experiences of this. I’ve known for some years that my hearing was no longer 100% and during the Covid Pandemic mask wearing made it...reactions4repliesAwarenessProgressionSide Effects
Low Libido from RA Cost Me a 10-Year Relationship...Hi everyone...I was recently diagnosed with RA. I have known something was wrong with me for about four years but didn't know what is was because I had a laundry...reactions2repliesIntimacy & Relationships
Moving climates to Help RA ...I was just diagnosed with Seronegative RA and my husband and I have been researching ways to help me feel better naturally. He bought uo maybe moving to a higher...reactions8repliesFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedSeronegative RA
My RA Foot Pain Relief With Red and Infrared Light Therapy...In my 20 years living with rheumatoid arthritis, foot pain has been a chronic issue. The pain, at times, can be excruciating. Over the years, I have taken many steps...reactions24comments
Fever ...Hey everyone, I have a question for you guys. Has anyone ever experienced high fevers associated with an RA flare, but only at night? The pain wakes me up at...reactions1replySleepSymptomsTips & Advice
Are there foods to avoid to help with flares?...Just looking for some help in reducing the flares or the severity of them. I suffer excruciating pain when it affects my wrist and ankles. I take hydroxychloroquine....reactions4repliesDiagnosisFlares & Flare ManagementSymptomsTips & AdviceTreatmentVenting
OA and RA...I would love to know if my OA that I have been living with for 25 years made my RA much worse?...reactions4repliesDiagnosisProgressionSymptomsTips & Advice
Caregiver Appreciation...Do you have someone in your life who has made living with RA easier? Tell us about them an let us help celebrate them during Caregiver Appreciation Month!...reactions7repliesCaregiving
Husband newly diagnosed and questions about medications?...Hello, My husband has just been diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (Seropositive) and it due to start treatment soon. He is in his late 40's now but has likely had RA...reactions12replies
Ask Our Health Leaders: Inspirational RA Experiences...The RA community is full of exceptional and inspirational people, all with unique stories and experiences to share. We are lucky to have a team of Health Leaders who know...reactions6comments
Weight gain...Just about every biologic lists weight loss as a side effect. I wish I would actually experience this side effect lol. All I’ve done is gain, gain, and gain some...reactions3repliesCoping
