The Perpetual Hangover...I am not a big drinker; I never have been. I drink socially on occasion, but I never felt the appeal to...reactions38comments
RA or Other? Distinguishing Symptoms and Self-Advocating...I live with several comorbid conditions along with rheumatoid arthritis. Some of them have distinct symptoms, but many of them happen to...reactions54comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Shame...Shame. It goes hand-in-hand with rheumatoid arthritis, chronic illness, and disability. Every day, we get one thousand little subconscious hints that we...reactions27comments
4 Treatment Hurdles and How to Overcome Them...Treating our rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can come in many forms. Some of us choose to manage it with traditional pharmaceutical medications, while...reactionscomments
A Weighted Blanket is an RA Must-Have...I have a dear friend whose love language translates to mysterious Amazon packages showing up at my doorstep. Sometimes the items are...reactions17comments
Preparing For & Attending An Infusion Appointment...As an autoimmune disease patient living with Crohn's disease and rheumatoid arthritis, I have a long standing relationship with infusions. From inpatient...reactions23comments
Why I Look Forward to Infusion Day...I recently had an infusion, something that happens 4 times a year for me. As I was getting settled in my chair...reactions21comments
Understanding Vaccine Recommendations...Every year, vaccines help save millions of lives. Vaccines work with our body’s natural defenses to create an immune response to a...reactionscomments
My Journey With Community Acupuncture and RA...Since my diagnosis over 19 years ago, I have implemented a holistic approach in treating my rheumatoid arthritis (RA). I use of combination...reactions23comments
My RA Journey Continues - Irony...Irony. Expected results being the opposite of what is expected. Sometimes serious, often humorous. At least that’s my take on it. Irony...reactions13comments
Stopping and Starting Humira...I recently went through a painful experience. I woke up one morning in incredible pain; my neck was almost locked up, I...reactions18comments
In The Beginning...Super Bowl Sunday 2023. Right hand blew up so swollen it looked like a surgical glove filled with air. After PCP visits...reactions2comments
Meeting My New Rheumatologist...In 2021, my rheumatologist, Dr. N, told me he was about to retire. Oh, I knew it was coming, but it was...reactions13comments
Doctors Aren't Always Right and How To Say "No"...Let me ask you this question. Do you know someone who is perfect? I mean, absolutely perfect; Never gives a wrong answer...reactions15comments
Summer Swelling...It's July, and July in Minnesota (usually) means hot, muggy, humid, tropical, oppressive, and miserable weather. The miserable part is my own...reactions37comments
Joint Stiffness Not Required...I remember the first time I saw a rheumatologist, he asked me a simple question: Do you experience any stiffness? Promptly, I...reactions17comments
10 Green and Red Fruits & Veggies to Eat When You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis...Rheumatoid arthritis causes inflammation and pain for those that have the disease. Eating foods high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties can help...reactionscomments
The Day My Meds Didn’t Work...My biologic, Orencia, hasn’t been working at full capacity for many months now. I know this because, at the beginning, I could...reactions10comments
Self-Care Isn’t Easy With Rheumatoid Arthritis...Whenever I play the "if I had a million dollars" game in my head, I always have one thing at the top...reactions5comments
Hello, Representative. Does My Insurance Cover Sex Therapy?...As I explained in a previous post, about a year ago my sex life was really suffering – partly as the result...reactions3comments
