Anyone experience cloudiness in eyes?...They're not dry but tend to get real cloudy and it's alarming...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Anyone have a slow recovery with knee replacements?...Still can't bend knee. Flare ups are occurring more frequently. This is depressing!!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Are muscle cramps related to RA?...The muscles along my inner thigh will get cramped and it is painful to stand up. A teaspoon or two of yellow mustard usually stops it. I read about it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Vitamin D...Hello, I wanted to share with you this newest research by Arthritis Research UK. Experts determined that vitamin D could help those who suffer from Arthritis. Take a look at...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Hip Popping at Night and Pain During Day (newly diagnosed)...Hello, I am recently diagnosed and just started Hydroxychloroquine last week. A few nights ago I started experiencing a pop in my left hip during the night, i.e., when waking...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
What Can Giving Back Give You?...Giving can seem like a one way street. We let go of something that belongs to us - often my money or clothing or food - so that someone in...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
I am in an abusive relationship...I am in an abusive relationship. My abuser controls everything I do!!! What I can eat, what I can wear, when I can put on makeup, how I do my...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Fitness Professional Newly Diagnosed...Hello, I am a 51 year-old female recently diagnosed with RA and I work in fitness. I'm a group exercise instructor and a personal trainer. As I'm sure it is...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Return to Physical Therapy...Recently I returned to physical therapy (PT) for some refresher sessions. When I last met with my rheumatologist we spoke about my questioning if my medications were working as well...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical Trials...Each year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good news is that there are lots of resources...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
RA Athlete and Hope for your future...I am an athlete, outdoor professional and adventuress who was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) 35 years ago at age 23. In spite of the odds, I am thriving today...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesExercise
What are the positives of having RA?...Since receiving my diagnosis of RA, I have thrown myself into research and reading. Let’s be real: it ALL sounds pretty bleak. This site has been tremendously helpful and I...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Stepping Out...So for the last couple of years, both of my great toes have been painful, in different ways, and in different spots, but nonetheless, restricting my ability to walk as...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Weakness in arms and legs...I don't know if anyone out there might be able to shed light on a difficult I have? I was diagnosed with RA a couple of years ago, and to...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Taking Care of Mental Health...Growing up with severe rheumatoid arthritis was not easy—physically nor emotionally and mentally. Looking back, I feel grateful that I had supportive family and friends. But I also had some...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Diagnosed at 11 Months Old...Hi, I'm Jennelle and I am 18. I have had RA all my life and only has it been this bad for me. I was in medical remission for 9...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
How Do You Feel Good When You Rarely Feel Good?...Rheumatoid arthritis is a physical disease that is harmful to emotional health. For most of my life I resisted this fact, mostly because I didn't want to be saddled with...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Has anyone taken Sulfasalazine?...Dr. perscribed Sulfasalazine, curious what others expereince has been?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Why don't you call this RD instead of RA?...That is what it is!...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Iron IV Infusions...I have severe iron deficiency anemia. I am always so fatigued. I’d say on most days my energy level is completely spent by noon. It’s not easy, especially since I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment