Could This Be The 'perfect' Analogy To Explain How RA Affects Us Everyday For Those Without RA That Ask What It's Like? ...Scientists discovered how to control gravity - a Sadistic Person (SP) got ahold of the technology. Each day the SP changes how...reactions1reply
How I Got Rid of My Methotrexate Mouth Sores...As a newbie to methotrexate (MXT) therapy, I don’t always know what to expect. I’ll admit I’m a little lost when trying...reactions10comments
Prism test and Abetacepts and TNF’s...Hello, I just started Orencia infusions I had a reaction the first infusion and was given benedryl with the second with no...reactionsrepliesBiologic MedicationCopingFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedSide EffectsSymptomsTips & AdviceTreatmentVenting
Support groups...Hello, I am having trouble finding local RA support groups. I am facing RA alone, and would love some knowledgeable empathy. I...reactions3repliesAwarenessCopingTips & Advice
FeaturedHow to find a good rheumatologist?...Finding the right rheumatologist often isn't a direct line. For those of you with good rheumatologists, what tips or things to look...reactions5repliesHealthcare Team
My RA Journey Begins...First, I want to thank you all for contributing to this website. I’ve found it helpful beyond measure. I’ve spent hours reading...reactions11comments
Nodules? ...Hello, I've been going through a lot of health related problems lately. It started with chest pains, and after a diet change...reactions1replyDiagnosisFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedProgressionTips & AdviceVenting
What Now? New Year's Guilt and RA...It’s a new year, and always around this time people do that thing that is both hated, loved, anticipated, and dreaded all...reactionscomments
MTX injections...I was diagnosed with RA last week and just picked up my injectable MTX. Trying to decide on AM or PM and...reactions4repliesTreatment
Rinvoq and Diabetes...I have diabetes, and have been taking Rinvoq for about 3 weeks, and I have to keep lowering my insulin dosage. Has...reactions4repliesTreatment
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...reactions5repliesFlares & Flare ManagementTips & Advice
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...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...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...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...reactions1replyCopingAssistive Devices
Methotrexate Journey...I was on Leflunomide and was having breakthrough pain, some mood issues; nothing major. At the time, however, I believed these hindrances...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...reactions12comments
Active 4 days agoJaw 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...reactions5repliesSymptoms
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...reactions31comments
Diagnosis ...Hi all. I am new to this group. My name is Sue . I am 51 years old and very recently have...reactions9repliesNewly Diagnosed
