New Test to Help Find the Right Treatment...A new test has been developed that may help determine if a particular drug will be effective for an individual patient (see...reactionsrepliesBiologic MedicationResearch & Clinical TrialsTreatment
What are some ways to combat morning stiffness?...I know a lot of people like me living with RA hate to get up out of bed in the morning. My...reactions1replyAssistive DevicesFlares & Flare ManagementSleep
astovarstatin...short..2 x ray diagnosed osyeoartritis hip and annkle....1 year limping pain ...stop atovarstatin lipitor...eat cheapease everyday and pork feet boil with onions...reactions1reply
RA and Aromatase Inhibitors for breast cancer...Does anyone have experience with Aromatase Inhibitors(AIs) taken to prevent breast cancer recurrence with having RA. The side effects of AIs joint...reactions2repliesComorbidities
New stories...I keep checking for new articles on this website's homepage, but I am just not seeing any for long periods of time...reactions1reply
MGUS with Seronegitive RA...Diagnosed with intermediate risk MGUS 4 years ago, now diagnosed with Seronegitive RA. When I google the combo, seems like could be...reactions3repliesNewly DiagnosedSeronegative RA
The effects of living with RA as an 18 year old and how to help manage them...I have been diagnosed with RA for a few months now and am struggling with the side effects of it after coming...reactions3repliesBrain FogDiet & NutritionCoping
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...reactions7comments
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
Flare 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
