Efficacy of swimming...fitness routine Improves Brain function Reduces inflammation Improves sleep Reduces stress Helps set goals Offers a large range of engagement options from light...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesExercise
Doctors and reference ranges......My doc ordered a bunch of bloodwork, which I was able to see via online MyChart as soon as each test came back....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Flare ups, ouch!...I'm still new to RA, does it sound right that a food or drink can cause a flare up?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
How do you handle hunger AND pain at the same time?...I used to *lose* weight just eating the way I do now, low-carb, but now I literally can't lose/maintain weight unless I severely cut calories, which isn't...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
testosterone therapy and RA...That is crazy high, especially for me. The last check was in Dec. and it was only 75. I did not have a dose increase, either....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
Being A Newbie a 75...The only deformities that l have is a knot on my right elbow which l discovered on Christmas Day....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Has anyone changed mattresses to support your RA?...Sleeping (for my husband who has RA) is horrible, he flips all night due to terrible hip pain. Has anyone found a mattress which helps?...Reactions0reactionsComments12 replies
RA Large Intestine Involved My Experience...Next pain, brought bright red blood. Help was called. Once in the Hospital ER care started, questions answered....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementSymptoms
Diagnosis- EOA vs Ankylosing Spondylitis...I have had a sudden onset of bilateral hand stiffness which is most profound at night and after any period of little/no movement (e.g. reading a book,...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosisNewly DiagnosedSeronegative RA
Are my posterior heel spurs related to my RA and inflammation in my feet?...Looking for any suggestions that might be helpful to manage pain and get back to walking! Thanks...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Symmetrical and asymmetrical joint pain and swelling...Without a daily dose of prednisone my left knee and complete lower left leg and foot is swollen, and my right elbow more swollen and painful to move....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptomsComorbiditiesDiagnosis
Advice dealing with a knee flare from rhematoid arthritis...Hi all I was diagnosed with JIA at 18months old, which transitioned into rheumatoid arthritis I'm now 36 and really struggling with a right knee flare...Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
Is it a flare or is the disease progressing?...can anyone shed any light on what i might expect, or has anyone had similar experiences?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
RA and gluten...Hello, I'm having big flare up at the moment with RA and was wondering if a gluten free diet might help?...Reactions0reactionsComments15 repliesFlares & Flare Management
Been referred to a cranial facial Doctor...I am kind of at a loss right now and don’t know which way to turn so if anyone has any insight I would greatly appreciate it....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTips & AdviceTreatment
Headaches and rheumatoid arthritis...Saw my Rheumatologist na we are to busy with CV issues right now or so it felt just take disprin you what had my eyes checked all fine...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesFriends & Family
Music as Therapy for RA...I'm well enough now to play my piano, which I had to stop playing until I found the right meds....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesMental Health
Diagnosis change ..symptoms the same...My bone density in my right hip decreased so dramatically that report said..possible underlying condition responsible but still not diagnosis change....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesHealthcare TeamDiagnosis
Neck issues...Consult for right shoulder replacement next week. It's getting very confusing and hard to deal with, mentally. Too Much....Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesProgression
Anyone tried Biqi?...prescribed it as it was less detrimental to the immune system than methotrexate and my doc figured that this was a better option as I was being treated right...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment