Has a car accident brought on your diagnosis?...Has anyone else, been in a bad accident and then had R.A. onset soon afterwards? I was sitting at a red light one day. Someone else didn't really care about...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Transitioning to Fall and Winter Weather...Usually my best time of year with fewer rheumatoid arthritis symptoms is summer. My joints feel better in the heat and my energy levels improve. This year we’ve had a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Just Diagnosed at 43...Hello. I was just diagnosed this week with RA. They say it's very early and want me to start Methotrexate. At this point I show no joint damage and no...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesNewly Diagnosed
I feel my RD getting very much worse, how long before I will need a wheelchair?...I can hardly walk anymore. I feel like I am going to fall and have to have a cart when shopping....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Who has parkinsons disease and RA?...2009 I was diagnosis with Parkinson Disease. In 2011 I was diagnosed with RA, 2012 my husband died after a short illness. In 2013 sold my 5 bedroom house in...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Deb's story...Hello all. My name is Debbie Robinson & I am new to the group. I felt that joining would be valuable, since we can all gain new understanding of this...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
How can I sleep despite pain waking me up?...Pain in Hands, Wrists and hips. Wakes me up hurting every night. I AM on Methotrexate and 800 mg . IBUPROFEN. STILL IN PAIN....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Does anyone else have severe joint pain after your rheumatologist appointments?...By the time I leave the office and start the drive home my joints are aching so badly. I’m new to this forum....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
The Last Days...With a title like “The Last Days” one might wonder if I’m referring to something as monumental as the last days of life or the last days before the apocalypse...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
A Tentative Diagnosis, Symptoms, and a 2 Month Wait for the Rheumy...Quick background for the situation. Please bear with me. This post will be a little long due to my history. My name is Mary. I am a 31 year old...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
What has been the hardest part of this disease for you?...So, I am approaching my 10 year anniversary (ha, some anniversary) with being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Disease. I was asked by a friend to write a few paragraphs pertaining to...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Is there anyone else who is suffering with urticaria and angioedema as well as RA?...I have has an RA diagnosis since 2008. Lately, well for about 2 years now I have been plagued with urticaria and angioedema. Is anyone else suffering from this?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
2nd knee replacement was tough...I found out I have mild RA and bad osteo 3 years ago. All joints are bone on bone. Last year my knee gave out and I fell through a...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Anybody else run out of medications to try?...Anybody else run out of medications to try?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
“How are you doing?” Can Be a Complicated Question...A friend asks me “how are you doing” and I freeze. It’s like being stunned with a taser. I just don’t know what to say. A simple question from a...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Newly Diagnosed and Unprepared...I was recently diagnosed with RA in March and I when I searched for the symptoms I was experiencing I always disregarded the Rheumatory diagnosis even though everything kept pointing...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
My Tip For Achey Joints - Vibration...Have you ever found yourself rubbing your achey joints? Well, you may be on to something. Applying vibration, touch, and pressure are easy ways to relax tight muscles and decrease...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Does anyone have R.A & Type 1 diabetes?...Hello! MY name is Kristin and I have R.A and Type 1 Diabetes. I was diagnosed with JRA when I was 18mo old. Per my Mom, I stopped walking and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Invisibility...What invisible aspects of RA would you like others to know about?...Reactions0reactionsComments29 replies
New to the Forum...Hello Everyone, I just registered and wanted to introduce myself. My name is Dan and I've been dealing with RA for about the past 11 years. Glad to find a...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
