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
Paleo vs. Mediteranean Diet?...I have been struggling with "life changes" since my RA diagnosis over 2 years ago. I have been on a host of medicines thus far with minimal relief. Now I...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiet & Nutrition
So many doctors, so confused. Please help....I usually avoid forums because I have found that strangers are mean on the internet, but I am so frustrated and at the end up my rope I just don’t...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Simponi/Simponi Aria (golimumab)...Simponi (golimumab) and Simponi Aria (golimumab) are used along with the medicine methotrexate to treat adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Simponi is available as a once-monthly...
Aides to the Rescue...At various times during my life with rheumatoid arthritis I have needed help to assist me with my limitations. This includes after surgeries, like joint replacements. But it also includes...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Has anyone experience increased pain before signs of improvement?...When starting treatment with Biologics, is it common to experience increased pain/flaring before any sign of improvement in pain symptoms?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Why I Became a Pain Relief Trailblazer and Why You Should Too...Pain is one of the most fascinating, frustrating and excruciating life experiences we all get to have. It is a universal experience, yet so individual in its presentation that it...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Inspired to Inspire...I was diagnosed 16 years ago with RA and more recently with fine tissue non-diabetic neuropathy. I had just gotten over a virus backed immediately by the flu and one...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Active 7 days agoCan shingles cross-wire your nerve pathways?...Diagnosed Sept 1/17 with the right side of my face and top scalp involvement. Yesterday, I put a Sistane Ultra drop in my right eye expecting cool soothing. Suddenly I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
I keep thinking I'm making it up...I have sero-negative RA. I have had symptoms since I was a teen, at least as far as I can remember, and I have always just put up with it...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesNewly Diagnosed
The Eyes Have It...This video, offers some strategies to those of us living with RA, for taking care of our eyes all year around - not just in the summer!...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Simponi without Methotrexate vs Humira or Enbrel...Hello all, My 80 year old father was diagnosed a few months ago with seronegative RA. He was on Leflunomide with prednisone for a few months. He had tremendous improvement...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
Do I have RA or fibromyalgia?...I was diagnosed with RA 7years ago. I have seen two other doctors during that time but mostly the original doctor. Lots of meds, lots of flares, lots of surgeries...Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Do insurance companies consider RA as a pre-existing condition?...Do insurance companies consider RA as a pre-existing condition?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Seeing the Basket as Half Folded...Living with a chronic disease like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can make it challenging to feel like a productive person. The inflammation this disease causes can decrease range of motion, making...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Why do I have jaw pain after mouth surgery?...Removal of front tooth and extensive bone surgery. I now have constant discomfort in jaw....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Let's Get Real...So how do we deal with the day to day realities of RA? First of all we need to be honest about every aspect of this chronic disease. By that...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Attitude Makes a Difference...In previous articles, I’ve written about finding a good doctor and firing bad ones. But another important part of my experience with good clinical support focuses on the staff at...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Need info on different meds for RA...I've have been diagnosed with RA for 4 years now. My knees have always been hurting and wrapped since I was in 2nd grade. Last month I've had a bad...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
