At Least I Have an Explanation...At least I have an explanation of what to call my problem, RA. I am 74 years old. For several years, I had joint pain that took turns in different...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
A Little Vitamin D on My RAnniversary...Time for celebration. It’s my 13th RAnniversary!! My disease is a teenager now. However, it’s likely older than that. Like a stray cat, we’re not exactly sure how old my...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Have your hormones impacted your RA?...Does anyone experience significant RA flares before and during their menstrual cycle? I have researched that your estrogen drops before and during your monthly cycle; this seems to cause my...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Inject Me Tenderly...Storytime: I have osteoarthritis. The end. Just kidding! I have relatively severe osteoarthritis and take medications to combat further deterioration. I started with a couple of different pills but...Reactions0reactionsComments38 comments
A Rude Awakening...Hi. Let me start by saying that this disease does not discriminate by any means. And I think that RA awareness is very important. It should be treated like it...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
RA Disruptions...I was recently scheduled for a surgical procedure not related to my R.A. The day of the surgery I experienced a flare and a temperature of 101! Surgery had to...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Silver Linings & Sour Dairy - Benefits of Chronic Illness...This whole corona pandemic has gotten me thinking about the drawbacks of RA, sure. But really, it has me thinking about the benefits – that elusive silver lining that sometimes...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Does anyone else experience this foot pain?...Does anyone else feel like they are walking on broken bones in their feet?!?!?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Could I be experiencing RA symptoms?...For the past week and half I have had a lot of pain in both my hands, my fingers, my wrists, and my elbows with lots of stiffness. I went...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Will it ever end?...I'm a 61 year old female that suffers with RA. I'm in constant pain, nothing gives me relief. This kind of pain can cause me to take more OCD than...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
My Life...Rheumatoid arthritis has impacted my life in various ways. I remember, I was 20 years old, when I found out and was diagnosed. I went to many doctors, who kept...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
History of RA...My father had RA his whole life. I remember seeing him soaking his arms and feet in hot and cold water. That was the therapy in the late 50s and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Thoughts on Xeljanz?...Was on Enbrel for over 10years. Had to go to a new doctor and he said sometimes at the 10 year mark they see the medication not working any more...Reactions0reactionsComments11 replies
On Shaky Grounds These Days...Throughout my 25 years with RA, I have had periods of time where I feel a personal “earthquake” of sorts. Characterized by a sense of emotional and mental unsteadiness, it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
grandparenting during pandemic...I am a grandmother to infants (one is 1 and a half, and others are soon to be newborns) and a toddler (2 and a half). Until just a few...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental Health...There is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to nature can improve one’s quality of life and...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Myasthenia Gravis and Rheumatoid Arthritis...What was your or a loved one’s experience in getting diagnosed with myasthenia gravis? Share your experiences here with the community....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
How did you approach your doctor about being tested for RA?...I am currently scheduled for a hip replacement due to arthritis soon but my hands and feet have been on fire for months now. I'd like more answers but not...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
A New RA Foot Pain and Sleep Troubles...My sleep has been disrupted lately, mostly due to a new a RA pain I have been having in my left foot. It affects the joints right under my big...Reactions0reactionsComments37 comments
Learning the Ropes...Diagnosed a little over a year ago with RA, it gave me answers for the frustration I had been experiencing with my joints and body. I’m 57 and have seronegative...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
