Arthritic Pain and Birks!...If you have RA, you likely have experienced some pain in your feet. For me, RA foot pain was actually one of the first places that I did indeed feel...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Switching from infusion to oral ...My husband has rheumatoid arthritis that is now being well controlled on once a month biological infusion treat. But we’d like to explore going on long boat trips that would...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesBiologic Medication
MTX and squamous cell carcinoma ...Sept 2020 had meniscus surgery on knee . Was told to use crutches 2 weeks . 2nd day wrists and shoulders were so painful that I could hardly move them...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Managing RA pain...I have been dealing with RA pain for 30 plus Years. After many many fail medications including methotrexate and trail mess, why is it the rheumatologist still do not describe...Reactions0reactionsComments103 repliesSymptoms
Massage chair...Does anyone have experience with using a massage chair to alleviate pain?...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesAssistive Devices
RA and Rashes...I have a Facial Rash that is very painful. It is hive like and under my right eye. I know rashes can be symptoms of RA. I am seeing my...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Burning, scratching eyes...What treatments work for eye problems. Am taking drops with limited success....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Dating With RA Again After a Decade on the Bench...You know, we talk a lot about relationships and chronic illness, and how easily RA can make them more complicated and even ruin them. It happens — there’s no point...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
RA Travel Prep Is No Joke...After 45 years of marriage, working for almost as long, and raising 3 sons, my husband and I are now retired and finally able to do the traveling we have...Reactions0reactionsComments22 comments
Ruxience...Hi all, so a new corse of action to start August 10th. Add to my story. My new hip is doing well and I am doing good at my subcutaneous...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
What would you like our RA Health Leaders to discuss next?...Our RA health leaders have shared tips, perspective, and support through our Conversation of the Week series (https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/?p=41861). What topics would you like them to discuss next?...Reactions0reactionsComments87 repliesTips & Advice
Why I Changed My RA Biologic...I did something a little crazy, but it made sense to me: I changed my biologic. My previous one was working great. I had no adverse reactions, and I liked...Reactions0reactionsComments27 comments
My Story...I was 31 and had just given birth to my first child, after 5 years of trying to get pregnant. When my son was about 5 weeks old, I started...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Fatigue Relapse: Or, How to Handle the Emotional and Physical Pain of RA Fatigue...I’ve been way too fatigued lately. Too tired. It feels that I have to exert so much more effort to accomplish the things that people my age can do with...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Life Challenge...I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 31. I woke up one morning and hit the floor with horrible pain in my hip. After many test at the hospital...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Who Knew?...In my late 50’s, after trying for over 8 years (as the doctor thought it was ‘all in my head’ - mental health issue) I finally found a reason for...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I need help...My doctor died with cancer an now I can't find a good one to help me I doctor thought I just wanted pills until he tested me an then he...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatment
FeaturedConversation of the Week: Joint Replacement...Have you had a joint replacement? Are you thinking of having one? Has a doctor said, hmm, let's discuss a new hip, knee, shoulder, or a different joint replacement? I...Reactions0reactionsComments87 repliesSurgery
Alternatives for me. ...I have been battling RA for quite some time now. While working I was able to receive Enbrel or Humira for $60 per year. This was using my work insurance...Reactions0reactionsComments35 repliesBiologic MedicationSeronegative RASide Effects
Hi to all...My chest has started to Flare Up again and feel sore and I have inflammation in private areas going for a pelvic check up this week still being told I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
