So what?...It seems each year, around my birthday, I tend to reflect on purpose; more so now as I approach my last 18...reactions3comments
on the horns of an employment dilemma......Four weeks after starting a new and demanding job, I was diagnosed with RA, and mind you, this was a job I...reactions3comments
When RA Severity Is Off the Charts...First, let me start by stating that every person with RA is unique and must grapple individually with pain, stiffness, joint problems...reactionscomments
Lisa Learns to Ride, Part II...Our riding adventures began last spring when we wheeled Lisa’s new bicycle out of the local REI store and into our car...reactions1comment
social media post followed by sudden flare...Does this ever happen to you? You post something on social media showing that you were out and about and seemingly fine...reactions1reply
Ra symptoms...Hi,I recently got my blood test done.Below are my results My RF factor is 27,CCP is negative,ana is negative,ESR is negative. Vitamin...reactions1replySymptoms
Living with a chronic illness with dignity and laughter...This is my 2nd chronic illness. The 2nd invisible illness the first one is Panic Disorder which I got on my 20th...reactions1comment
Changes.......Hello all. I am new to this forum. I have yet to receive a diagnosis for the crazy changes that have been...reactions5comments
Press pause...Over the years, especially since the onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis, I have come to deeply appreciate slowing down over the course of...reactions2comments
Can physiotherapy treatment help treat RA?...Hey!! Can anyone here explain me the treatments of RA? I'm currently awaiting an appointment with a rheumatologist as my GP considers...reactions3repliesTreatment
Burning/Itchy Eyes & Headache...I'm 7 weeks into Enbrel and I understand it can make you susceptible to illness. I never get sick (other then the...reactions3repliesSymptoms
Medical Marijuana for pain?...I have read many articles suggesting highly concentrated cannabis oil can be effective and alternative meds for people suffering with chronic pain...reactions3repliesTreatment
What it is that Grips Us (Part 2)...With my voice revealing the nervous tension seated somewhere in my rib cage, I stood in front of a classroom full of...reactionscomments
Newcomer With Severe RA...Hey people, Mine is a story similar to many of yours. I am a 58-year-old (tough as nails as my husband puts...reactions5comments
Holistic Doctor...Has anyone tried seeing a holistic doctor to help treat the symptoms of RA? I'm 29 years old and have suffered with...reactions6replies
What the ACA Has Meant to Me: Dependent Coverage and No Benefit Caps...Part III of a three-part series. When I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), I was taking what was supposed to be...reactions2comments
Bags of Pain...I am at a point where pain is a natural thing here for me in the past two years. This coming from...reactionscomments
It's my birthday!...It's a sunny day, I'm 56 and after 31 years of active RA I've accepted that every early morning step will be...reactions2comments
My RA Story...Hello all! I'm new to this site so I thought I would take the time to discuss my RA diagnosis and the...reactions7comments
Upper Body Strength...New to the group - Hi! Have had RA for about 2 years - MTX 20mg/week + Plaquenil + various "alternatives" too...reactions2repliesSymptoms