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
The (Virtual) Doctor Is In! Sharing Telehealth Experiences...As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, telehealth is being used by more and more people. Telehealth is also sometimes called telemedicine or virtual care. Whether you have been using telehealth for...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What are the pros and cons of using medical marijuana for RA?...Today is some better than yesterday. My ankle is still in pain and walking is no fun, but I have to get something done. My hips started this morning trying...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
"You Look Great"...I was diagnosed at age 13, I'm 63 now. I've been through a lot. It's okay because I've come to terms with my illness. Anyway I've always tried to look...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
I Feel Like Frankenstein Getting up in The Morning...My hips feel like they are in a vice when sitting too long. My knees ache and hurt. My ankles swell up. When morning comes I feel like Frankenstein getting...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
A Newbie...Thank you so much for the add. I’ve struggled with osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia for many years and fell into the opioid addiction. I did rehab and now I'm 16 months...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Social Distancing Spurs Telehealth Surge...The technology needed for virtual healthcare has been around for decades. But virtual care has not been widely used in the United States until recently. The recent public health emergency...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
RA Fatigue Affects Every Aspect of Life...It often feels like there aren't any specific words to describe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) fatigue and how it makes us feel. Fatigue is one of the hardest symptoms to cope...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
What did you find most helpful to you when you were first diagnosed?...Hi, I was recently diagnosed with RA and I am feeling a little overwhelmed. Looking for recommendations. What did you find most helpful - books, journals, resources? Any advice is...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Self-care during COVID-19...Despite the challenges COVID-19 presents us with, and they are daunting and life-threatening, as survivors of an autoimmune disease we are positioned to handle it successfully. I know that may sound...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Dealing with Seasonal Allergies while Having RA...Our allergy season in Florida started early—maybe a month ago. And it’s been the worst I’ve experienced so far. Coughing, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, all with mountains of yellow...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
COVID-19 Updates, May 7: Remdesivir, Antibody Testing, and Reinfection Risk...Our world is still changing every day because of COVID-19. Keeping up with all of the news can be challenging. Here are some of the top COVID-19 updates for people...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
At-Home Devices That Can Monitor Your Health...At-home monitoring can help you better manage chronic health conditions. It can also aid in your recovery after medical procedures. Using this technology, you can regularly record your health data...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I've Lost Control: Taking My Life Back from Rheumatoid Arthritis...There are so many things in life that I feel like I’ve lost control over because of rheumatoid arthritis. There are so many aspects of life that I feel like...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Staying Positive during a Pandemic...As I sit on my couch, quarantined in my home, I have many thoughts racing through my mind... COVID-19 has hit my home state with a vengeance. Watching the national...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What are everyone’s thoughts on getting the flu shot?...Curious about people’s reactions (if any) after they have had the flu shot... I usually don’t... but this year I’m basically being forced as a condition to see my Dad...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Privacy Concerns When Going Virtual...Telehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show you may get better care at a lower...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Left in the Shadows...I live in Florida where there has been a colossal divide about reopening the beaches for residents and tourists. The one side wants to begin re-fueling our tourist economy, while...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
RA Doesn’t Define Me...Hello. I was diagnosed in 2008, although I had symptoms long before. I remember having the worse case of vertigo and my doctor thought it was MS - thank God...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
