RA and inflammatory bowel disease...Hi, I’m 26 years old and was diagnosed with RA 4 years ago. I’ve recently had problems with my stomach and my GP is now doing tests to see if...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesComorbidities
Approaching Re-evaluation..."Buckle up, it’s going to be a bumpy ride!" Do you ever feel that way? Sometimes I feel like my ride is a never-ending roller coaster with twists, turns, and...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Shortness of breath some time...My wife suffering from R A for the last 15 years experiences shortness of breath in some occasions ie while going to board train perhaps low henoglobin level in blood....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
That Old Familiar Feeling (of an Impending Flare)...That old familiar feeling. Those of us who have been living with RA for a while know what it feels like when the illness flares up. Whether you have been...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
My New Med Ruxience...My current update on my life with RA. So after my 2 infusions of Ruxience about the 2-3 days after I start with the fatigue. I currently am still having...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
My hand and other limbs are swollen and I have no idea what might be the cause....I'm male, 29 y/o, 175cm and 72kg having a healthy lifestyle. For 1.5 years I’m living with symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. My left hand is permanently swollen (https://imgur.com/a/UwUkpT2). I feel...Reactions0reactionsComments16 replies
RA and Immunotherapy...Has anyone gone through immunotherapy with their RA? Asking for this is one of my options for follow-up cancer treatment, but there is a question about it effecting the RA...Reactions0reactionsComments7 repliesComorbiditiesTreatment
RA and ILD (interstitial lung disease)...I would like information on the development of interstitial lung disease (ILD) in people with RA. I’ve had RA for 20+ years and have just been diagnosed with ILD. I’ve...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesComorbidities
Stress Management With RA: 4 Ways to Break the Cycle...Stress management is a key element of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) disease management. Because, for many of us, stress is a key contributor to ongoing battles with flares and fatigue. However...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Better Times...In August my husband and I drove 6 hours to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. My rheumatologist, a man I have come to trust and rely on, recommended a consult...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
hydroxychloroquine...I am new to RA therefore new to the medications. I am on Methotrexate and my doctor wants to add Hydroxychloroquine can anyone tell me their side effects and if...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSide Effects
Methotrexate + Biologic and cancer...Hi - I’m 46 and I’ve been on methotrexate (5 pills/week) for 8+ years. In June I was diagnosed with cancer - melanoma. Since this does not run in my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatmentBiologic MedicationComorbidities
Graduating With RA and Reflections on an MA...It's hard to believe the big day has come: I graduated with my master of arts (MA) degree in literature, media, and culture in May 2023. This has been a...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
World Arthritis Day Health Leader Panel: RA Treatment, Support, and Advocacy...World Arthritis Day was October 12, and RheumatoidArthritis.net held a special event to help raise awareness and celebrate this incredibly important day. Watch the video replay of the panel discussion...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
What to Expect: Methotrexate...As a newbie to the rheumatoid arthritis (RA) community (although not a newbie to the chronic illness community), I truly had no idea about the treatment options when it came...Reactions0reactionsComments124 comments
RA, Covid, and Heart/Respiratory Issues...I’ve had RA for about 15 years, and am now 71. I’ve had 5 Covid vaccinations and got through a relatively mild case of Covid last year. I’m a tennis...Reactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Palindromic rheumatism ...I would like to hear if anyone has been diagnosed with this and what their experiences are. This appears to fit my 30 year history and symptoms, if roving, transitory...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiagnosis
Hyperbaric oxygen treatment ...I've had mild flares last 30 yrs, but after double carpal tunnel surgery and lots of physical labor, my anti-ccp went to 1865, pain and swelling severe, 4 months past...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTreatment
Pain relief ...I have had an ulcer but it’s not active now. My RA doctor will no longer prescribe Tramadol and gave me gabapentin 200 mg at bedtime. As far as I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Symmetrical and asymmetrical joint pain and swelling...Hello, Looking for a bit of advice and perhaps see if anyone else has experienced similar symptoms. I was diagnosed with RA 2 years ago but have lived with joint...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptomsComorbiditiesDiagnosis
