Trying to find a new way to live with RA....I finally found an evening job being a line cook and was hopeful I could do the job but I could only last a Day and my RA...Reactions0reactionsComments31 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementDepressionFriends & Family
How do we know if the pain is due to RA or Osteoarthritis...When I asked her if osteoarthritis could be the cause of my pain, she could not answer me directly, except by saying that my MRI of the left...Reactions0reactionsComments42 repliesProgressionHealthcare TeamSymptoms
Shortness of breath some time...My wife suffering from R A for the last 15 years experiences shortness of breath in some occasions ie while going to board train perhaps low henoglobin...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Sun sensitivity and RA meds: Experiences, Suggestions......As it starts to get warmer out we could all practice some good sun safety!...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTips & AdviceSide EffectsSymptoms
Doctors and reference ranges......, symmetrical mild-moderate joint pain and stiffness, especially in wrists and ankles, and very dry eyes....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Failing Enbrel...My rheum said we could try that for a month, draw again, and see what my levels were....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesBiologic Medication
What can the doctors do to treat my RA when Hep B has been reactivited?...I'm very scared about the liver issues but waiting on my Liver number s to go down (and they are olny going up) while I'm taking Entecavir....Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesSide Effects
Does this sound like flare up? What should I do...cold baths?? Anything advice for dealing with my first flare up?...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementCopingNewly Diagnosed
Knee weakness ...In the last month I have weakness in both knees that comes and goes while walking. Has anyone else have this issue?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
What is your experience returning to work?...If they don't have a position could they let me go? Could I lose my insurance? (I am in Quebec, Canada.)...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
How do I make it to my brother’s funeral 3 hrs away while also caring for husband w/Parkinson’s?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Can a person be misdiagnosed with RA?...Could the diagnoses have been wrong?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
2 types of pain ?...Can anyone relate to the following 2 types of pain. 1-achiness in the hands and knees all day not sever but mild pain and 2-incredible painful bursts in...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Why won't anyone listen to me...I wish they could feel the pain I do everytime they take their sweet time. Great now I'm bitter and mean....Reactions0reactionsComments21 replies
#NutritionAndHealth...Join the conversation about nutrition and health and tell us about some of the challenges you've faced or successes you've had while living with RA....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Ear pain...Could this be a side effect of swollen jaw joint? Does anyone else have this problem?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSymptoms
Has anyone been involved in a clinical study?...If so could you please give your thoughts, experience. Was it helpful did you benefit from it. Thanking you in advance!!☺...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Weather changes...I've been noticing extreme fatigue lately and wonder if it could be weather related. My pain is no worse. Anyone else have experience?...Reactions0reactionsComments35 repliesWeather
Sulfasalazine Side Effects...What side effects have you experienced while on Sulfasalazine?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatment
Ra flare ...Does anyone suffer with a high temp abit while having a flare up I don't feel hot but it keeps saying I'm 37.8 just feel very achy no energy...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesFlares & Flare Management