Prism test and Abetacepts and TNF’s...Hello, I just started Orencia infusions I had a reaction the first infusion and was given benedryl with the second with no reaction but horrible fatigue, pain all through my...Reactions0reactionsComments0 repliesBiologic MedicationCopingFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedSide EffectsSymptomsTips & AdviceTreatmentVenting
Support groups...Hello, I am having trouble finding local RA support groups. I am facing RA alone, and would love some knowledgeable empathy. I live in a state with low population (Alaska)...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesTips & AdviceCopingAwareness
FeaturedHow to find a good rheumatologist?...Finding the right rheumatologist often isn't a direct line. For those of you with good rheumatologists, what tips or things to look for in a rheumatologist search can you share...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesHealthcare Team
My RA Journey Begins...First, I want to thank you all for contributing to this website. I’ve found it helpful beyond measure. I’ve spent hours reading through articles, stories, and comments and learned SO...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Nodules? ...Hello, I've been going through a lot of health related problems lately. It started with chest pains, and after a diet change, exercise adjustments I ended up hurting myself more...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesVentingTips & AdviceFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedProgressionDiagnosis
What Now? New Year's Guilt and RA...It’s a new year, and always around this time people do that thing that is both hated, loved, anticipated, and dreaded all at once: the incomparable phenomenon called "New Year’s...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
MTX injections...I was diagnosed with RA last week and just picked up my injectable MTX. Trying to decide on AM or PM and day of the week for the shots. (Already...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
Rinvoq and Diabetes...I have diabetes, and have been taking Rinvoq for about 3 weeks, and I have to keep lowering my insulin dosage. Has anyone had this happen to them?...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesTreatment
Icy Baths, Cold Showers...I've read that cold baths benefit rheumatoid arthritis inflammation. It decreases inflammation. To me? This sounds correct because it's logical--but it also sounds miserable. Has anyone experienced any ra improvements...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesTips & AdviceFlares & Flare Management
Misplaced Identity: Losing My Place in Society...As human beings, probably since the beginning of time, it’s natural to think about how we fit into the "larger" society in which we find ourselves. It’s often how we...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
RA Medical Bill Woes... Again...If there is one unifying experience that almost everyone with RA (or any chronic illness) in the US has had — besides pain — it’s expensive medical bills. This is...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Confuse with which arthrities...Hi all, i have arthrities but my doctor is not reconizeing, i have pain in all joints but no visiable symptoms, no morning stiffness...Reactions0reactionsComments21 repliesDiagnosis
pc monitor with accessibility controls for brightness...I have severe Keratoconjunctivitis sicca (dry eye disease). New monitors often have have to use tiny controls for settings. Not good for us with RA. Any recommendations? By the way...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesCopingAssistive Devices
Methotrexate Journey...I was on Leflunomide and was having breakthrough pain, some mood issues; nothing major. At the time, however, I believed these hindrances to me very significant. So the rheumatologist put...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
RA Grab Bag Goodies...Well, the RA Grinch has gifted me with another of its' grab bag goodies. About 2 weeks ago it dropped on me like a bolt of lightning. I had been...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Jaw pain while eating...I have been diagnosed with RA going on 4 years now, and just recently I have noticed that while I am eating my jaws hurt. Also when I open my...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
New Year's Resolutions and Exercising With RA...Guess what time it is? Yes, it's the New Year, and that means — you guessed it — the dreaded New Year’s resolutions. Every year, society bands together and conspires...Reactions0reactionsComments31 comments
Diagnosis ...Hi all. I am new to this group. My name is Sue . I am 51 years old and very recently have been diagnosed with Rheumatoid arthritis. I am very...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Pain...I am really fed up with being in pain and feeling so tired all the time...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesVenting
A Lesson in Resiliency From My Emotional Support Animal...The year 2023 brought me into my 19th year of living with rheumatoid arthritis. I feel like rheumatoid arthritis has really sharpened my resiliency skills. Living with RA has strengthened...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
