Heat or cold for new morning pain?...But for right now, how can I make this better?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Sudden onset...He said it might be sudden onset Rheumatoid Arthritis. It was confirmed when I consulted with a rheumatologist.... By NY Person1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My RA Quiz...Unsure what is next? No wonder. There are so many RA treatment options out there, like biologics and JAK inhibitors. Both work by combating inflammation. One difference: biologics are injected at home or infused in a medical office while JAK inhibitors are administered orally in pill form. Life with RA can feel uncertain at times. But you are not alone. Take this quiz to see how RA impacts your life – and find helpful resources to support you. By Editorial Team
New to this site and on Xeljanz...I have also had a few operations: The latest one last year March 2016, being spinal surgery C2 and C4, some was related to RA, I had a right... By chestnc2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Rib Clicking/pain...I was diagnosed in May of 19 and am still trying to get my RA under control since we haven’t been able to find the rights meds so...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptoms
New to the RA Family...I felt like I was turning into stone at night. Here I am trying to get back to a somewhat normal life. Have to tell you this RA really... By keepingup1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Tendon Graft Experiences...So I'm hoping someone who has had a similar surgery might be willing to share whether they were able to recover and how long it takes to get...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Active 4 days agoAdverse side effects of methotrexate ...It’s painful and I haven’t been able to eat in a while...Reactions0reactionsComments62 repliesSide EffectsTreatmentAwareness
Oh To Be A Kid Again . . . If Only...I do not have a pretty walk as I am currently waiting on the call for the right knee replacement, but I walk!... By teresav2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Migratory gout......Over the years, the pains have become more symmetrical in ankles, knees, hips, lower back, elbows and shoulders.... By mrlogic-not1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments14 comments
“It’s all down hill from 30”...and I was immediately afraid of a lot of things, how the disease would progress, joint deformity, dangerous medications, relying on others, not being able... By teegied3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Surgery Prep...The nurse who put my IV in insisted on using my right hand....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatment
Mama! Mama!...I had gone to bed the night before with no pain. I was an active girl, a tomboy in a lot of ways.... By haoc1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Maggie's Story...Four family members have had lymphoma and I surely did not want to ask for trouble by taking something that might cause it.... By meatball1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Your first symptoms...My right big toe joint closest to my foot started hurting badly a year ago. That has worsened and now my left same joint hurts....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Seronegative RA + Fibromyalgia...I realize that I am truly blessed to have found "the right" rheumatologist on my first try. He is caring, kind and keeps me in line!... By Mary Sophia Hawks2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
My RA Story...The lack of support in my feet due to clubfoot makes my whole body to be badly positioned and cause me pain in the lower back, knees, ankles, hips... By lilyofthevalley1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Burning feet...After going to six MTX , my right foot got to burning in evening after taking shoes off and showering ....Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
RA and a Pandemic...The death rate is high in patients with ARDS.... By klclear3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
hello everyone..I'm new here...NEGATIVE...I was sure something was show what was going on..after I rambled on to him on phone that I am in pain and somethings not right, he said I... By lynny12 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments9 comments