Finger joints...What I'm wondering if anyone knows if this could be those RA nodules? I was so hoping I'd not get any of those....Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesSymptoms
Trying to adjust...I had been only on thyroid meds prior to this but while hospitalized I was given several new drugs. After dismissal I was diagnosed with RA....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
RA and Boredom...Yes, there are things I could be doing but I am just too tired to accomplish anything today....Reactions0reactionsComments9 replies
Starting infusions ...I'm ready to stop complaining at all, if I could take Tylenol, I would just take it, it would help....Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesBiologic MedicationCopingInsurance & Disability
Wedding with RA...I also know that my symptoms could worsen at anytime. I am getting married in September 2017, and have planned a fairly large wedding....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
methotrexate questions...I was hoping to just run a few substances by the forum and get a yay or nay on whether they would be okay while on MTX....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Recent diagnosed ...Plan is to start on auto immune therapy (injections every 2 weeks) but had issues with the pre screening results so that’s on hold for now!...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosis
Confusing symptoms...I have read that there are very few lupus/ra patients and understand that some symptoms are very general and could characterize the majority of different...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Recurring skin rash I think might be related to my RA...I finally broke down and saw the dermatologist because I was worried it could be a side effect of my RA....Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesSymptoms
Does anyone find a weighted blanket comforting?...cold – near Sydney)....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Can physiotherapy treatment help treat RA?...Since it's the early stage, I'm planning to schedule an appointment with a physiotherapist in Richmond Hill....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTreatment
The Flu and RA symptoms...Day 5, although I was sick and still running a fever I noticed that by bedtime I could completely close my right hand and felt no pain....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptomsCoping
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 healthy, I have a really hard time...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Concerned about mum...She constantly suffers from cold, chest infections etc. I'm so worried but dont know how to help. She's 64.... 😓...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCaregiving
RA disappearing ?...Last year, January 2021, I forgot a week of my MTX and was curious what would happen if I stopped taking it cold Turkey....Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesTreatmentFlares & Flare Management
I have had great difficulty with the side effects of RA medications...Bad Acid Reflux – I couldn’t drink or eat anything cold. It hurt too much to swallow. Taking medication or eating was a chore....Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesSide Effects
Fear of post-op infection...BUT the fear of a post-op infection taking hold has me paralyzed! any ideas on HOW to come to grips with the fear? I am not a fan of...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
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
Problems after 2nd.stage knee revision...I'm 66 years old now.was always very fit and could never just sit down and relax,had to be doing something....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSurgery