Can an RA flare cause muscle weakness?...Last night pain in left arm as well. I had another episode like this a few months ago, same except with dizziness rather than muscle weakness....Reactions0reactionsComments8 replies
Talking to family and friends about understanding this disease moving forward and how it impacts our lives ...I was for a short amount of time able to really feel listened to with understanding...Reactions0reactionsComments30 repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
Braces for knees...I exercise twice daily and keep my weight in check but my knee is being a nuisance. Can anyone recommend a brace?...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesExercise
Orencia IV treatment...Why price it that high? Well, thanks for letting me vent here....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTreatment
Rheumatoid arthritis and Raynaud’s ...Since right around then my mental health has gone downhill and I’m having a hard time staying positive....Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingDepressionMental Health
Feeling so So so Lost.......Also outpatient orthopedics were concerned as my right knee had started to swell and become painful, but they weren’t sure if it was from compensating...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Positive with covid19 ...My autoimmune system was under control but pottering around my bedroom this evening, both my ankles was hurting, both my wrists, both my shoulders,...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSeronegative RAFlares & Flare Management
How will my new RA diagnosis affect my other medical issues?...I suffer a lot with my ankles, wrists, hips and cervical spine, chronic pain daily....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Lived with RA as an Athlete since 1983...One of my intentions for a blog site is to shine light on living with RA and to give hope to those who have recently been diagnose and likely...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Rest vs activity...I’m also having considerable pain at rest (gave in and took steroids last night so today is a little better)....Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementTips & Advice
Is there anything you do in the morning that helps you manage RA and begin your day? Feel free to share any night routines or rituals too....Self-care is not selfish. In fact, it's important when living, surviving and thriving with RA. Share your morning and evening routines/rituals that help you manage RA better, or at least...Reactions0reactionsComments21 repliesExerciseCopingFlares & Flare Management
Confusing symptoms...to react to antibiotics that you are supposed to avoid sunlight with)...to top it off, I'm experiencing periodic menopausal symptoms (hot flashes and night...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Slightly worried...shes on numerous other medications for her heart, liver and asthma and diabetes), do you think if she starts taking the steroids prescribed for RA it might...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Ruling out RA?...I started a hormonal treatment (Triptorelin injections) in February for endometriosis and a few weeks after that I started having joint pain on my ankles...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesDiagnosis
Has a car accident brought on your diagnosis?...I was sitting at a red light one day....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
27, feeling alone and like no-one understands......Recently my RA has gotten a lot worse in my hands, mainly my dominant right one....Reactions0reactionsComments7 replies
A Tentative Diagnosis, Symptoms, and a 2 Month Wait for the Rheumy...They affect all of the joints in my hands, wrists, elbows, feet, ankles, and knees. Occasionally, I get discomfort in my shoulders as well....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Hands really hurting ...chain saw so now the pain meds dont seem to be doing any good I stayed home to rest my body it hurts also this ra and getting old realy...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCoping
Methotrexate...I am supposed to be starting on Humira inj next month as well, but my doctor said I won't be able to change any of my meds for 6...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesTreatment
Waiting on results and followup...I have also experienced night shakes/sweats and forgetfulness. I have forgotten my zip code at the gas pump!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed