Just Diagnosed at 43...At this point I have some mild pain, but nothing horrible. A I read what I'm in for It just takes my breath away...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Nodules in the muscles and tendons?...He gave me a steroid shot and said if it helped, we could do it again. If it did not help, we would discuss surgery....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSymptoms
All alone...I could always take care of myself now I live with my husband's grandparents and they are a great help as far as a place to live but can't...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Neurological Flare?...I could walk talk etc but dizzy and felt like I had no vocabulary. Over the week, each day I got better....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesBrain FogFlares & Flare ManagementAwareness
Pain management not working - Opioid resistance?...I'm on the third weekly patch and I haven't noticed any reduction in pain level, so I fear that the dose will be increased again, with the added risks....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Beware of how fast things can happen...If we had waited until maybe 9am and then rung the Doctor I could well be either dead from sepsis or in a very serious condition....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Can an RA flare cause muscle weakness?...No cough, stuffy nose, sore throat or anything to indicate flu or cold. Thanks for any input!...Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Obvious symptoms.... All normal blood work....And prepare for my appointment with my Rheumatologist, so that I could understand what to ask as well as what I was asking....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptoms
Just checking in...I have had RA for 30 years basically really easy, mild RA. I am 63 now. But now it seems its worse, with joint damage progressing....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCopingFlares & Flare ManagementComorbidities
Medical Specialist - Collecting Ologist...I thought if we all played this game it would show ourselves and others just how much we are the same and/or how much we differ while still having...Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesComorbiditiesCopingTreatment
Changing the bed sheets...And I don't have anyone I could ask for help in doing this either. Can any of you help me think of a way that is easier to make...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesExercise
Elevated RA Factor....what happens next??...I have called the Rhuematologist and they have yet to schedule me an appointment but stated it could be months. I am anxious and uncertain....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Not the right Rheumatologist for me...She told me that it could be carpal tunnel. Lastly - She told me that my RA isn't serious. [confused] Guess by not having disfigured joints, etc?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
Breathing problems anyone? DLCO 56%...The doctor is 'researching' some things, but I am short of breath and thought I would do some research of my own while I wait....Reactions0reactionsComments6 repliesSymptoms
Dazed and Confused...Hello all a little over a month ago I went to the doctor because I was extremely fatigued and I had mild joint pain in my fingers, wrists, and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Starting another drug trial...So she said I could go on a low dose of pred. -5 mg a day- to help with the joint pain. And she also wants me to start...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Waiting for the meds to kick in......I can say that the MTX has helped a lot to the point where I can exercise, I was unable to walk or stand for long peroids for a few...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Research Trial, Reset-RA...While on the high dose of prednisone, I felt so much better. But I couldn't take that forever. Once I was weened off, I was miserble again....Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesResearch & Clinical Trials
RA Has Rocked My World...Could the days be taken when needed? Not all at one time. I been employed in some form or fashions since I was 15...I'm almost 53....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
How will my new RA diagnosis affect my other medical issues?...I now have so many questions while doing a lot of research: I have a few medical problems and wondering how it would affect the RA....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies