Breaking the Stigma: Chronic Illness and Its Impact on Mental Health...I have spent years navigating the world of chronic illness, specifically Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). What I didn’t realize early on was how...reactions1comment
Misdiagnosed with RA...After being treated for over 20 years for RA, I found out several months ago that I probably never had it in...reactions1reply
Active 4 days agoFlare up ...So I have officially been diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis for a little over a year now getting the medication under control was...reactions12replies
RA and hypothyroidism ...I have RA but just found out few years or so ago & well I never had a thyroid to begin with...reactions1reply
Has anyone experienced an excruciating full body flare? ...I received my RA diagnosis over 20 years ago and medication has managed it fairly well until now. I had my 1st...reactions6repliesFlares & Flare Management
Seeing A Rheumatologist verses Physician's Assistant. What to do?...My regular rheumatologist was retiring so he setup my next appointment with another rheumatologist in the group. I experienced a flare up...reactions4repliesHealthcare Team
Anyone run into problems with inaccessible medical equipment or doctor's offices?...My wife, Kelly Mack (a contributor here), recently went to a major university teaching hospital for a DEXA bone scan only to...reactions1replyAssistive DevicesCopingTreatment
Can a handle returning to work?...Hi all. I have not worked in 4 years due to surgeries (neck fusion and hip labral tear repair) and difficulties with...reactions3repliesWork & Employment
Do I have early RA symptoms?...Firstly I'll say that I've recently had some blood tests - CCP, anti-CCP, CRP and FBC. All are 'normal'. I've also had...reactions10repliesDiagnosis
Dental Care Challenges with Rheumatoid Arthritis in Pearland...Hi everyone, I live in Pearland and have rheumatoid arthritis, so I’ve noticed how RA affects my dental care. Joint pain sometimes...reactions1replyHealthcare Team
Setpoint System just approved by FDA ...Has anyone considered this new electrical implant? After reading all the information on it. It seems very promising with very little side...reactions4repliesAssistive Devices
Need advice please ...In the early days with Rheumatoid. Pains in feet plus hands 4 to 5 out of ten pain wise. What should I...reactions1replyAwareness
In Sickness and In Health: Three Ways My Marriage Survived RA...The phrase “in sickness and in health” is a common commitment made during a marriage ceremony in many religions and cultures. Everyone...reactions1comment
Has anyone been prescribed 3 DMARDs and a biologic at the same time? ...I feel like this is affecting my appetite and brain...reactions9repliesBiologic Medication
DMSO Pain Relief and Anti-Inflammatory Use...DMSO (C₂H₆OS) Dimethyl Sulfoxide, anybody using it for it Pain Relief and Anti-Inflammatory properties? my brother suggested it. The safety sheet on...reactions1reply
Feeling lost...Hi, my GP has told me that she is pretty certain I have RA and has requested an urgent appointment to see...reactions11replies
RA affected 2 fingers 12 months ago and stopped...My Dr diagnosed RA 12 months ago affecting the small finger and the one next to it and advised to use a...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
RA and Being Seen: What Does It Mean to You?...What does being ‘seen’ or understood mean to you when it comes to living with RA? Let's talk about it!...reactions7repliesAwarenessCoping
