Migraine Headaches...Does anyone have increased migraines when having a flare?...reactions1replySymptoms
Blood test to verify RA diagnosis?...Hi~my rheumatologist ordered a Nucleated RBC blood test that was elevated. I was diagnosed with RA 17 years ago and had given up on rheumatologists until an endocrinologist insisted I...reactions2repliesNewly Diagnosed
What I wish people knew and could understand...I have had RA for 13 years, probably 5 more before I was diagnosed. When you ask me if I can go all day shopping with you next Saturday, and...reactions5comments
So This Happened...I was diagnosed almost 3 years ago with RA/RD, started with the morning stiffness then the bottoms of my feet felt like someone had beat them with a bat. As...reactions1comment
RA and all that means...I was diagnosed in 1986 at the age of 37. I knew absolutely nothing about this disease and didn't know anyone with RA. I began my journey into the world...reactions2comments
I Am Totally Embarrassed.........Last year it was so easy to get up from a sitting to a standing position. Now it has been almost a year and it is becoming increasingly difficult to...reactions4comments
Where Would I Be Without Self-Advocacy?...I’m riding a crowded train home from work and a woman behind me sets her bag on my head. I’m sitting in my wheelchair, so I guess it makes sense...reactions5comments
Will I ever be pain-free...I'm newly diagnosed and approaching my 3 month mark of Enbrel. My symptoms have improved to some extent, but not completely. My doctor suggested adding methotrexate, but I wanted to...reactions1replySymptoms
Diets...Do most like the gluten free diet or Mediterranean diet for RA. I don't know which one is best. Thanks...reactions5repliesDiet & Nutrition
Unusual Symptoms...Anyone else experience mild kidney pain, on and off heart palpitations and skin rashes? I'm 3 years in and have never had these issues and wondering if my medication is...reactions3replies
Hello...I am new here and well here is my story/complaints. My family physician noticed some swelling around my joints and did a blood test for ra factor which came back...reactions1replyTreatment
The Judgement...Since my diagnosis a year ago, I applied for a disability parking pass as my knees are affected by RD and I have difficulties walking. The purpose of the disability...reactions10comments
Newbie Question...I woke up one morning and it seemed like every joint in my body ached-it was even difficult to walk. Also had night sweats but no fever. This lasted a...reactionscomments
Is it RA or Peripheral Spondylitis?...Anyone ever heard of Peripheral Spondylitis? I have been doing a ton of reading after my doc mentioned it and am trying to find others who have heard of the...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
Better Safe than Sorry...Seeing your doctor when you start with a "routine" illness is the sensible and safe way to go....here is why....reactions1comment
23 yrs old, newly diagnosed, seeking words of encouragement...As the title says! My name is Lauryl and I was diagnosed with RA in Feb of this year. Since then, I've been put on 10mg Methotrexate and then 15mg...reactions14replies
Frustrated...can't take prednisone...My rheumatologist started me on a low dose prednisone daily. I have been taking it for about two weeks when I started having some side effects. I called my rheumys...reactions3replies
Newly diagnosed Polyarthritis...Does anyone here suffer from Polyarthritis? I had blood work done and x-rays were ordered for my hands and knees to determine if I have RA. My pain differs from...reactionscomments
Can RA cause deafness?...I've diagnosed with Ra about 3 years ago. It's getting worse every year. Almost all of my joints are affected. I don't know what should I do. On top of...reactions1reply
Coping With It...I turned off the dryer and reached in, burying my hands in the deep-heated load of towels that had just finished the dry cycle. Oh, that felt so good! For...reactions4comments
