Does anyone else experience flu-like symptoms?...I realize that nobody on this forum can diagnose, etc, but could spread light on how either condition feels. Thanks in advance....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
How can I sleep despite pain waking me up?...Wakes me up hurting every night. I AM on Methotrexate and 800 mg . IBUPROFEN. STILL IN PAIN....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Bridge over troubled waters...Being able to vent to someone is a priceless tool for when I am not doing so great or just need a shoulder to lean on, so to speak.... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Has anybody tried bioidentical hormone therapy?...I have been on biologics for eight long years and have also been using prednisone for eight years....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
My New Normal – Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis...diet had changed, there was no junk food but a lot of fresh food with a lot of vegetables and the physical demands increased, which together drove my weight... By sejaldatta5 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Is this RA? bloodwork isn’t clear. ...I have pain and stiffness in hands and feet and knees, especially at night...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptoms
Diagnosed with RA at the age of 12....My wr-CRP is currently 6.10 but right now 9 out of 10 of my fingers have already been damaged( over the 6 years), my right knee and lower...Reactions0reactionsComments0 replies
Pain...I am drained with pain in my shoulder I have today had an injection of anesthetic +steroid should have helped right away my consultant said it has not,...Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
One to one diet - cambridge weight plan...since not being able to exercise and the difference I've felt is huge, I've only lost 8lbs so far but I'm not thinking is it the food I've been...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesDiet & Nutrition
My 13 yr old just diagnosed. Could someone help me?...You would think having RA I might think about that as a DX, right? Nope, I was sure it was from Cross Fit. and skating....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly Diagnosed
New Diagnosis some questions re: Pinpoint Eyes...I also take a blood pressure pill, stomach pill and 2 vitamin D tabs daily My uncle asked me yesterday where my Pupils in my eyes went which i...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSide EffectsSymptomsSeronegative RA
Perspective...I developed RA about 8 years ago, it has been very aggressive and so far Rheumatology hasn't been able to control it very well - I've been on long... By tika4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
A story about 2 dogs...My number, BTW is 45, which is really high.... By 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
My Sero-Negative RA Story...A primary thought was fear of losing another job, being able to provide for my children.... By jantics38 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Pain vs Fatigue ...I'm suffering so badly with both right now. Every joint seems to be affected and my Rituximab doesn't seem to have helped this time....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Pain Is Relentless ...RA got in right wrist - first time severe pain is asymmetrical. Now at 48 hrs. Typing without moving wrist. Moving phone not hand....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesVentingAwareness
Dr Decreased Hydroxychloroquine - Pain Worse Than Before Diagnosed - Thoughts?...The pain isn't getting better (might even be a bit worse) and this morning and afternoon my feet have hurt....Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesTreatment
Nurses with RA...what did you do after bedside nursing?...I have a lot to give and want to work- right now hands are impeding my current job and nursing is so fast paced....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
RA Can be Beautiful!...I have worn make-up since junior high school. I even had make-up on for all three of the deliveries of my sons!... By Nan Hart4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Almost at diagnosis point...My spine is ok but I suffer there anyway but some days I have an almost blanket pain right across the base of my back, it’s manageable just about...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesDiagnosisSymptomsDepression