Analyzing This...I finally started seeing a new psychologist after years of feeling conflicted about "firing" my old one. I've technically seen him three times now, but the first appointment was many...reactions1comment
What electric/battery scrubbers work best for arthritic hands? Need opinions!...I have to give it up and admit it's too hard for me to get down on my hands and knees and scrub the tub and shower, and mop my...reactions1reply
Forum Agenda...I'm curious after a quick glance at the forum... Is this site hosted by a group of researchers? Decades in science for me and all the moderators come across as...reactionsreplies
EasternDietGreatResults!...Hi, I've done a fusion Tibetan and Ayuvedic diet for RA for the last 5 years. And now its amazing. If I go off the diet I am ill, in...reactions3repliesDiet & Nutrition
Worry, Wonder and RA Disease ...My RA Story...January 3rd, 2018 Rheumatoid Arthritis is a chronic disease, but its symptoms can be managed. RA disease is a chronic, inflammatory disease that occurs when your immune system mistakenly starts...reactions3comments
Did anyone have issues with knee replacement recovery?...I had a knee replacement 4 months ago and recently had a scar tissue removal and manipulation of same knee! Problem was and is extreme knee stiffness and pain despite...reactions4replies
My Mind is Made Up...Over the years of contending with RA I have come to realize that there is a need to utilize the skills associated with will power. The thought of practicing will...reactions4comments
Monica Y. Sengupta...Hi everyone! My name is Monica and I have Rheumatoid Arthritis. I was diagnosed in June 2011 and have yet to see remission. My main love is working with animals...
Community Views: 6 Ways to Combat Morning Stiffness...Most people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) experience joint stiffness. But did you ever notice you are more stiff in the mornings? Morning stiffness has been defined as “slowness or difficulty...reactions26comments
Anyone else unable to take Plaquenil and Methotrexate?...I could not take Plaqunil or Methotrexate. Down to 7 mg. Prednisone now. Anyone else have this problem? What can I take now ? Have had colon cancer and have...reactions2replies
When a Cold Is Not Just a Cold...Tis the season for flu, colds, and other nasty critters shared via coughs, handshakes, and sneezes. I start getting twitchy on public transit when I see uncovered coughs and hear...reactions2comments
Diagnosed with JuvenileRA at age 4. Now 25-- do I still see a pediatric rheum?...When I was 4 I was diagnosed with Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis. I managed it through childhood with my pediatric rheumatologist, went into remission my teenage years, and have since moved...reactions1replyTreatment
Flaring just after visit to PT?...I was diagnosed with RA in Nov 2017, when I was actually feeling pretty well. However, before I was diagnosed my primary doc, not my rheumatologist) seemed pretty certain that...reactions2replies
The story of my RA...Hi everyone. I am new to this site, but not too new to RA. I was diagnosed with RA after the birth of my second child. I was 28. I...reactions5comments
Does anyone have tendon flares?...I have horrible, painful tendon flares if I overuse ANY muscle or tendon but I never see many RA sufferers talk about that nor is it listed in common symptoms...reactions6replies
Ending 2017 With Joy...OK, everyone. Christmas is just behind us. Although it’s supposed to be a holiday filled with joy, giving, and cozy evenings playing checkers with family and friends, sipping hot cocoa...reactions1comment
