The "In-between" time...I was recently diagnosed (after nearly 15 years) with juvenile arthritis. I started enbrel last week, and am on an anti-inflammatory med...reactions2repliesTreatment
Does medication work?...I'm waiting for confirmation of RA but wondering if medication actually works to eliminate pain? My wrists and fingers are the worse...reactions3replies
Daniel P. Malito...Daniel P. Malito has been writing about this absurd disabled life he lives for over ten years now. It all started wen...
Concerned about mum...Hi all, im new here but looking for some words of wisdom. My mum has has pain/swelling in her wrists, fingers, joints...reactions3repliesCaregiving
Questions about possible RA...So I'm not sure where I should begin. Back in 2013 I began having some unusal symptoms. I began experiencing numbness in...reactions5repliesSymptoms
The Comparison Trap...It has occurred to me that our culture consistently and relentlessly encourages us to compare ourselves in so many ways to everyone...reactions2comments
Has anyone dealt with RA spreading to the spine?...How do you treat your Rheumatoid Arthritis? Has anyone dealt with RA spreading to the spine? If so how did you go...reactions4replies
My 38 Year Journey With RA...I was diagnosed at the age of 2, I have never known life without R.A. By the age of 8 the disease...reactions5comments
CBD and Arthritis...Hi, I’m new to this forum but not new to Arthritis. I’m working on a research project, and I wanted to ask...reactions4replies
Simple Tasks for Rheumatoid Diseases...I have rheumatoid disease (arthritis). It’s just one of many rheumatic diseases, which, according to the American College of Rheumatology, are “often...reactionscomments
Pain Advice...I ve been in various degrees of pain these past seven months and my doctor ( private via insurance) attributed it to...reactions6repliesNewly Diagnosed
My Enduring Unknown...I had unbearable pain and swollen joints... I figured it was something 1 pill can cure. I'm 34...Haha no...it's been a complete...reactions1comment
How can I speak openly with my physical therapist?...I've had RA since 1979, and it's been in sort of a remission. I take Xeljanz daily and Naproxen when needed. I...reactions6replies
Unfair...Labor Day marked the last day of the Minnesota State Fair a.k.a. "The Great Minnesota Get-Together," as it always does. Each year, thousands...reactions1comment
Does anyone also have an ADHD diagnosis?...I was hurt while on the job and was on worker's comp for a year-and-a-half. At which time I believe I went...reactions4replies
Bottom of the Barrel...Last month my father underwent an arthroscopy, or knee cleaning. During high school, forty some years ago, he sustained a soccer injury...reactions11comments
Does anyone have vitiligo?...My PCP prescribed Retinal A. she sad she doesn't believe it is autoimmune but if i want i can go to Rheumatologist...reactions1reply
Struggling after negative lab work. Anyone have any advice?...I'm not even sure I should post because I haven't been diagnosed, but I need input. Background about me. 52 year old...reactions1reply
Did anyone else have normal blood work?...Hiya Just wondering if anyone has been diagnosed with normal bloods. I have definite arthritis in both talonavcular joints which has been...reactions13replies
Drink to Your Health...I spend a great deal of time considering what food to eat, especially since RA has brought along the fun side effect...reactions1comment
