What are your tips on finding a good rheumatologist?...Share your tips with fellow community members! If you haven’t found a good rheumatologist, what challenges have you faced?...reactions1reply
Chayla's Story...My name is Chayla and I am a proud grandma to three and mom to three. I live in Fargo, ND and am single after 20+ years of marriage. I...reactions3comments
Being Let Down by a Doctor...We all know the health care system is changing, and not for the betterment of patients. These days it’s all about reducing costs no matter the impact on patients—especially people...reactions2comments
Fear...About 7 years ago I was having regular bouts with diverticulitis. This is when I noticed cramping in my feet to where I could hardly walk. Then the cramping and...reactions2comments
Has anyone tried whey protein?...Has anyone tried whey protein or a similar product to help with muscle fatigue/loss/feeling weaker? I just feel that I'm getting weaker and I don't have the strength that I...reactions3replies
It Is Not Too Late...YOU ARE NOT TOO OLD AND IT IS NOT TOO LATE! These words of encouragement and empowerment are part of a meme that seems to be going around on Instagram...reactions2comments
Diagnosed at 3 years old with JRA...I have had Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis since the age of 3 - now I’m 55! When I was in my 30s, I started having joint replacements. After my right knee...reactions4comments
Unexpected Help...I admit that I can get feeling cranky and down about things. Lately, I’ve battled the pharmacy benefits manager and been let down by my doctor. It got me thinking...reactions6comments
Does anyone have advice in getting definitive answers?...I've been seeing a rheumatologist ( well his PA i haven't seen the physician yet) for three years still no answers. The PA has ordered a ton of labs most...reactions7replies
The Good Life...I was recently asked to reflect on how I have managed to live with RA for over 20 years, while being a wife of 41 years, a parent of 3...reactions2comments
Is anyone else waiting on a diagnosis?...I went to a PA in February this year because of constant intense pain, fatigue, and depression. She suggested RA along with my previously diagnosed osteoarthritis as well as another...reactions3replies
Two Years to a Diagnosis...Hello, I am new to this site and RA. Two years ago, I was an active assistant professor of nursing. As a requirement of my employment, I received an annual...reactions4comments
How do you manage the day-to-day pain?...What to do with the pain.. I cant seem to get any relief, of course I have good and bad days but man it tends to be more bad... Does...reactions9replies
I Am Enough...Every once in a while I come across a string of words that rocks me to my core. A few months ago, I had that experience while watching a Ted...reactions28comments
The Treatment Treadmill...When I was originally diagnosed with RA and began to consider, along with my care team, how to treat it, I had no idea that the choices would be nearly...reactions2comments
Does methotrexate have to build up in your system?...I have been on methotrexate for three weeks and do not feel a difference....reactions5replies
Does anyone have severe muscle pain during flares?...Just curious if anyone experiences muscle pain? Such as if your RA is flaring and your wrists are painful, do your forearms and biceps and triceps ache or feel fatigued?...reactions2replies
Is there anyone that has applied for disability due to RD??...I can hardly use my right hand and arm most of the time,being right handed this is a problem. My last job was managing a convience store, a lot of...reactions3replies
