Can't Keep It I Don't Give In Away...Hello, I am Diane. I was diagnosed with RA 20 years ago. Little did I know then the battles I would fight;...reactions1comment
The Hows and Whys...I’m a regular user of Twitter--I love being able to talk to other people who share my interests or, in particular, people...reactions2comments
When I Get That Feeling I Want... Arthritis Healing...The stage was set for a romantic evening. The kids were spending the night at grandma’s. The house was blissfully empty and...reactions6comments
Finding the right balance...One of the many challenges we face as we move through the years managing a chronic disease like RA, is finding the...reactions1comment
Mommy, My Knee Hurts...Growing up, I learned early on that some families are plagued with health problems. When I was five years old my sister...reactions2comments
Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)...If you – or someone you love – live with a chronic illness, you may eventually need to take time off from...reactions2comments
I felt defeated but I know this setback will help me in the end...My RA recently took a turn for the worse in my knee, but I am still fine. The only real impact is...reactions3comments
RA and my Religion...If you would have asked just three short years ago if my RA got in the way of me practicing my religion...reactions1comment
I Know I'm Young...I was originally diagnosed with epilepsy when I was 12 years old. Approximately 9 years later, I was diagnosed with RA. When...reactions1comment
Walt's story, my successful battle with rheumatoid arthritis!...Hi I'm Walt Merrill. Do you suffer from horrible arthritis joint pain? Me too! I've suffered with my autoimmune disease for 10+...reactions2comments
Over-scheduled!...A Greek food festival. A chili cook-off. A professional soccer game. A play with friends. A movie in the park. A trip...reactions7comments
Smashing Barriers...When I graduated from college, I got a job in Washington, DC, and moved there with a friend. We took a day...reactionscomments
Mind Reader...Here’s a thing: expecting others to know we’re in pain if we don’t tell them. Here’s another: feeling frustrated or angry with...reactions5comments
Prednisone: A Hairy Situation...This is kind of embarrassing and not very ladylike to mention and write about, but unfortunately it's a reality--a reality I'd rather...reactions11comments
neuropathy pain...I have had RA since 2010. It took almost 2 years to get my meds where I felt better. During this time...reactions12replies
Finally the Right Mix?...After having the same rheumatologist for an entire decade, I switched doctors a little over a year ago. It was a bit...reactions2comments
Frank and Stephanie...Blown away! Living relatively a normal life until June 16 2015, husband 70, wife 65, we did our best to stay in...reactions1comment
Diagnosis for life...Two years ago I was diagnosed with RA, when my first baby was born. At first I thought I was just stressed...reactions1comment
Flying Wheelchair...Recently I’ve gone on a couple trips requiring airline travel. While I have no problem flying, my poor motorized wheelchair encounters a...reactions3comments
Dressing for the occasion...I have always enjoyed clothes. Shopping for them, selecting outfits, wearing them, etc. It may seem strange but the fact is RA...reactions1comment
