How Much Is Too Much with RA?...I feel like throughout my journey with RA, this question haunts me as one of the most difficult. Often, I have had to ask this when it comes to so many...reactions5comments
What Is the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) Diet?...Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) occurs when your immune system attacks joints, cartilage, and other body parts. Experts do not know what causes this autoimmune reaction. One theory is that certain genetic...reactions5comments
Never Felt Old...I am 77 and never had any health issues. Did all my yard work, painted my house, and went to the gym 5 days a week. Last March got sick...reactions3comments
New here...I am new here today and wanted to ask a question. This past year I was diagnosed with breast cancer, did chemo, radiation, and a double mastectomy. On the day...reactions4comments
An Antibodies Mystery...In late April, I came down with COVID-19 and recovered. I feel very fortunate that I had a milder case and recovered without problems, but am still grappling with a...reactions9comments
My Rheumatologist Wasn't Listening to Me...When I was first diagnosed with RA in January 2007 I began a journey to the right medications almost immediately. It took quite a few months, even up to a...reactions5comments
Fighting Discrimination...During normal times, I love to travel. I have been to many places in the US and some lovely places internationally. So I was extremely upset when I saw the...reactions16comments
Alyce's Body Here...Hi, let me introduce myself to you. I am Alyce’s body, and I am in control. She thought it was her mind, wrong, it was me, always me. And mind...reactions4comments
Hip Procedure For Pain...Hi all, as you know from my January 3rd update, I was going to the hospital for a hip procedure called an "intra-articular ultrasound-guided injection of cortisone." My procedure was...reactions6comments
What can I do about all the stress that I see in 2021?...Has anyone written any new articles about reducing the stress that causes RA flares?...reactions2repliesMental Health
Gizmos, Gadgets, and More!...Recently, I have seen several articles reviewing gizmos and gadgets that help people with rheumatoid arthritis. A couple of these articles have been written by folks with rheumatoid arthritis, but...reactions21comments
Has anyone received the COVID vaccine?...Being immunocompromised I am on the fence due to the side effects. I have a coworker who is healthy and was down for two days after the second dose suffering...reactions32replies
Has anyone had an ankle replacement?...I'm due to have an ankle replacement as the triple fusion I had a few years ago hasn't helped and my joints have gotten worse. I was just wondering if...reactions4repliesSurgery
Fatigue Stinks. That's It....Well, I think it’s time, once again, to talk about fatigue. More and more lately, I have seen our community members talking about fatigue and I’ve been sharing my tips...reactions99comments
Use Caution While Exercising with RA...I recently got back to my swimming regimen after 8 months of not being able to swim in our indoor pool due to its closure. I was thrilled to get back...reactions9comments
Monica’s First Day Out...…during the pandemic, that is. Yes, I have gotten a couple of takeaways here and there (only things that I could blast in the microwave at home). I have gotten...reactions4comments
Jo Johnson...My name is Jo Johnson and I’m a Seattle girl who was lived in Boise, ID for 40 years. In May 2017, at age 57, I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid...
What 20 Years of RA Have Taught Me...I recently had my 20 RAnniversary, having now lived two decades with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis/rheumatoid disease. A reader reached out and shared that she is 22 years old...reactions37comments
The Hazard of Becoming My Own Doctor...The year 2020 has been many things, and for people with RA, it has been a year when timely medical care has often been challenging. This year, my every six-month...reactions7comments
Gain and Loss with Rheumatoid Arthritis...At the end of every year, I like to take the time to reflect on the things that I’ve gained, the things that I’ve lost, and everything in between. Since...reactions3comments
