Long Nights and Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Problem of Chronic Insomnia ...“Have you stopped drinking coffee? You need to exercise every day and that will help you sleep.” It had been awhile since...reactions6comments
Does RA/RD and its immunosuppressant medications alter COVID-19 testing results?...reactions10replies
Are there rheumatologists that have experience in oncology or treating cancer patients?...Hi. I'm looking for a rheumatologist in the Los Angeles, CA area that specializes in treating cancer patients with autoimmune diseases. Managing...reactions8replies
At Least I Have an Explanation...At least I have an explanation of what to call my problem, RA. I am 74 years old. For several years, I...reactions3comments
A Little Vitamin D on My RAnniversary...Time for celebration. It’s my 13th RAnniversary!! My disease is a teenager now. However, it’s likely older than that. Like a stray...reactions6comments
Have your hormones impacted your RA?...Does anyone experience significant RA flares before and during their menstrual cycle? I have researched that your estrogen drops before and during...reactions4replies
Inject Me Tenderly...Storytime: I have osteoarthritis. The end. Just kidding! I have relatively severe osteoarthritis and take medications to combat further deterioration. I...reactions38comments
A Rude Awakening...Hi. Let me start by saying that this disease does not discriminate by any means. And I think that RA awareness is...reactions6comments
RA Disruptions...I was recently scheduled for a surgical procedure not related to my R.A. The day of the surgery I experienced a flare...reactions3comments
Silver Linings & Sour Dairy - Benefits of Chronic Illness...This whole corona pandemic has gotten me thinking about the drawbacks of RA, sure. But really, it has me thinking about the...reactions2comments
Does anyone else experience this foot pain?...Does anyone else feel like they are walking on broken bones in their feet?!?!?...reactions3replies
Could I be experiencing RA symptoms?...For the past week and half I have had a lot of pain in both my hands, my fingers, my wrists, and...reactions4replies
Will it ever end?...I'm a 61 year old female that suffers with RA. I'm in constant pain, nothing gives me relief. This kind of pain...reactions3comments
My Life...Rheumatoid arthritis has impacted my life in various ways. I remember, I was 20 years old, when I found out and was...reactions2comments
History of RA...My father had RA his whole life. I remember seeing him soaking his arms and feet in hot and cold water. That...reactions2comments
Thoughts on Xeljanz?...Was on Enbrel for over 10years. Had to go to a new doctor and he said sometimes at the 10 year mark...reactions11replies
On Shaky Grounds These Days...Throughout my 25 years with RA, I have had periods of time where I feel a personal “earthquake” of sorts. Characterized by...reactions1comment
grandparenting during pandemic...I am a grandmother to infants (one is 1 and a half, and others are soon to be newborns) and a toddler...reactions1reply
Nature's Impact on Our Physical & Mental Health...There is growing evidence that spending time in nature can help people feel less depressed, anxious or stressed. Maintaining our connection to...reactionscomments
Myasthenia Gravis and Rheumatoid Arthritis...What was your or a loved one’s experience in getting diagnosed with myasthenia gravis? Share your experiences here with the community....reactions4replies
