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...reactions5repliesTips & 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...reactions4comments
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...reactions8comments
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...reactions21repliesDiagnosis
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...reactions1replyAssistive DevicesCoping
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...reactions14comments
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...reactions12comments
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...reactions2repliesSymptoms
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...reactions31comments
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...reactions9repliesNewly Diagnosed
Pain...I am really fed up with being in pain and feeling so tired all the time...reactions10repliesVenting
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...reactions10comments
FeaturedIs there an RA medication that doesn't make a person tired?...I'm trying to find a medication that doesn't make me tired....reactions11replies
How serious is RA really? Does it cause mental issues like depression also?...My partner f29 has been diagnosed with RA. I want to know what might be her condition 10years and 20years from now....reactions49repliesAwarenessCaregivingBrain Fog
Almost at diagnosis point...Hello, I’m in the UK, male, 61, my partner is 51, female. In early 2023 my partner started experiencing muscle aches on arms, knees and hips, a few blood test...reactions8repliesDiagnosisDepressionSymptoms
Happy Holidays to you all! ...During this holiday season, I want to send a special message of warmth and support to those who are facing the challenges of living with a chronic illness. I understand...reactions4replies
surgery and RA link?...I had rotator cuff surgery in April 2021 and was diagnosed with RA less than a year later. At times I think the RA started long before I was diagnosed...reactions7replies
5 RA Travel Tips for a Successful Trip...Your suitcase is packed, passport and travel documents organized, and road trip snacks gathered; but like clockwork, joint pain, fatigue, and disappointment set in. How are you supposed to travel...reactions2comments
RA symptoms and treatment...Hi, I am new to this forum and looking for some advice please. I was diagnosed with Palindromic arthritis when I was 26 years old. I had very painful swelling...reactions12replies
A Look Back at 2023 on RheumatoidArthritis.net...As the year draws to a close, many of us in the rheumatoid arthritis (RA) community are reflecting on both personal and shared journeys with the condition throughout 2023. This...reactionscomments
