Pain or No Pain......I hate pain, so here is what I did and do. I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis five years ago while I...reactions9comments
What we do...My diagnosis, at first, was RA. Then it changed to ‘sero-variable polyarthritis’ and fibromyalgia. I’ve been on the drugs, the methotrexate shots...reactions2comments
Actemra and Acne...I have been on Actemra injections for 3 months now and for about the last month I have developed really bad acne...reactions1replyTreatment
We Need to Talk About RA Fatigue: Results From Our 8th RA In America Survey...Fatigue is a symptom of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) that affects various aspects of life. RA fatigue is more than “just tired.” Fatigue...reactions20comments
Delays...Hi, so I had been waiting for my rheumatologist appointment on September 17th because I was to get the go ahead to...reactions6comments
In Praise of Physical Therapy for Rheumatoid Arthritis ...For the past year, my right ankle has been listing, like a boat that is slowly sinking. And lately, I’ve noticed that...reactions2comments
Hips and Legs Pain During Night and Morning...I am male, 82 now, RA was diagnosed 12 years ago. Ibuprofen 600 mg and methotrexate for 7 years. Had heart issues...reactions4comments
RA Priorities...One of the most impactful things I have had to learn since being diagnosed with RA is the art of prioritizing. We...reactions1comment
The Armor of Rheumatoid Arthritis...I sometimes feel like an armadillo. Sounds very strange, I know. But I think it is intriguing to look at how we relate...reactions3comments
Starting to get anxiety more than usual......Starting to get anxiety more than usual about my mother visiting from Florida for my son's wedding. So I have to drive...reactions1reply
Taking Humira Weekly: A Worsening of RA Symptoms...I’m not sure what’s been making my RA worse lately, but my joints are in a lot more pain and my bloodwork...reactions6comments
Getting Used to the Stares Again...I haven’t been out much in the last few months. (Understatement of the year, right?!) So, I actually am not used to...reactions3comments
What are your thoughts on SSDI with RA?...Well I have numerous health issues and now looks like I have rheumatoid arthritis. I’m 49 and have worked since I was...reactions2replies
What should I expect when coming off of medications before surgery?...I am having a cervical fusion next week and stopping all arthritis meds. I've only been diagnosed with RA for a year...reactions2replies
Just Color It: 6 Benefits of Coloring for Individuals with Rheumatoid Arthritis...I can remember, from an early age, loving to color. I would spend hours upon hours choosing the perfect colors for my...reactions12comments
The Pitfalls of Seronegative RA...As many as a third of people with rheumatoid arthritis/rheumatoid disease (RA/RD) are diagnosed with what is called seronegative rheumatoid arthritis. This...reactions56comments
Has anyone had major swings in blood pressure?...My RA markers are ok but I have been having BP swings of 80 to 100 points systolic in an hour. 170...reactions3replies
What were your signs that you needed a hip replacement?...I have sciatica along with my RA, so I am used to chronic pain, but lately (6 mos) I am getting pain...reactions19replies
How do you handle hunger AND pain at the same time?...I took prednisone for a year, and gained 50lbs... because I discovered that while I can diet just fine when I am...reactions3replies
Ten Things I Wish I’d Known When Diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis...Rheumatoid arthritis has become such an integrated part of my life that it is hard to believe it’s been 13.5 years since...reactions16comments
