Any advice welcome 🙏 ...Recently referred to a specialist so waiting on that appointment. I have high Rheumatoid factor but everything else OK. Extreme stiffness in my legs, back, arms & shoulders. Knees &...reactions2repliesSymptomsTips & Advice
Sticking With the Program...During the first months of my reverse shoulder surgery recovery, I saw rapid changes and improvements. First the healing, then the strength made great strides in recovery. Now that I’m...reactions14comments
Doctor visit but pay twice since you don't see a doctor...First 2 visits to the Rheumatologist, I saw a medical doctor. My out of pocket specialist cost is $40, I expected that. But my next 2 visits, same office, I...reactions4repliesVenting
Treatment ...If you carry an EpiPen because of some adverse reactions, like anaphylaxis or anaphylactic Shock or other adverse reactions to some drugs, how can i think of changing my treatment...reactions2repliesTreatmentMental Health
Pain...I am drained with pain in my shoulder I have today had an injection of anesthetic +steroid should have helped right away my consultant said it has not, increased my...reactions14replies
Realistic Treatment Expectations With RA...Every time I start a new form of treatment for my rheumatoid arthritis, I've learned that it is key to have an honest conversation with your doctor about what you...reactions21comments
RA Just Keeps Taking and Taking and Taking!...I think we need to come up with a new slogan for rheumatoid arthritis and chronic illness, and the way I’m feeling lately makes me think that the perfect one...reactions14comments
Fired by my rheumatologist ...Hi guys, So I have been working with a rheumatologist for over 3 years now. We tried Embrel then Humira (which worked for a while until I started getting swelling...reactions6replies
Is Grief a Pain Trigger for Me?...For the past 1.5 years, I have walked a unique journey as I have supported my mom through stage 4 melanoma, a type of skin cancer that has spread to...reactions15comments
Pulmonary Fibrosis...I have been dealing with RA for over ten years. I was recently diagnosed with Pulmonary fibrosis due to RA. Just wondering how common this is....reactions2replies
Permanent...As I finish my prerequisites and slowly work towards my veterinary school applications, I am constantly bombarded by the fact that my chronic illness might be the main reason why...reactions15comments
In flare and oral steroids are not working! Advice please!...Hi guys, I have been in a constant flare since June when I switched from Humira to Xeljanz. During this time and currently I am in the worst flare I...reactions15repliesBiologic Medication
My Journey With RA, Insomnia, and a Bedtime Story Podcast...I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis over 19 years ago. Since my diagnosis, my ability to get a sound sleep has been greatly impaired. I have trouble falling asleep, and...reactions19comments
My Last Rheumatologist Appointment in Florida...Unless you have RA — or another chronic illness — you probably won't understand this. But in July, I had my last appointment with my rheumatologist in Florida. This rheumatologist...reactions10comments
Frequency of Tests for Inflammation and RA Factor...I am just curious how often Doctors (RA specialist) test for inflammation. I have had RA for going on 20 years and seem to be in a flareup. I have...reactions23repliesDiagnosis
Ra or not Ra? So many questions from a scared person...Hello, I am new to Ra .. in fact, I have not been diagnosed or tested for it yet. But I have some symptoms.. I am really worried about having...reactions10replies
What can I expect from Ra meds...Is it possible to feel a lot better when taking meds for Ra?...reactions1replyExercise
Methotrexate: bloodwork issues...Hello! my name is Tammie: I was diagnosed with RA in 2019. Its been a struggle finding medication my body can tolerate...Pill form of Methotrexate was awful..nausea/diarrhea and vomiting....went to...reactions3repliesBiologic Medication
