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...reactions4repliesComorbidities
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...reactions17comments
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...reactions15comments
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...reactions4repliesSide 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...reactions1replyTreatmentBiologic 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...reactionscomments
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...reactionscomments
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...reactions128comments
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...reactions35comments
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...reactions1replyDiagnosis
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...reactions1replyTreatment
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...reactions1reply
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...reactions3repliesSymptomsComorbiditiesDiagnosis
Bad pains after pacemaker fitted...Pacemaker fitted in March 2023 started my rheumatoid arthritis off wrists hands fingers and right shoulder very bad pains has anyone else experienced this...reactions2replies
Help! Living with RA and Lynch Syndrome...It’s a long story so here goes. I was newly diagnosed with RA in February of 2023, mainly because I had broken my back in 2017 and had a lot...reactions5comments
RA and Migraines that last several days...I haven't been officially diagnosed with RA yet I have bilateral joint pain (severe), inflammation and stiffness. In the past, I used to get migraines maybe once a year. With...reactions8repliesTips & AdviceSymptomsTreatment
Community Forums Roundup: Pain Management, Costs, and Complex Symptoms...Here at RheumatoidArthritis.net, our community members and the stories they share in our forums are invaluable sources of connection, knowledge, and support for all, no matter where they are in...reactionscomments
RA Damage...I am still waiting for my official diagnosis. Done blood tests hand x-rays. Letter came back saying inflammatory markers raised with the number 70. I am still waiting to hear...reactions1comment
RA and COVID...I have been injecting Imraldi (a Biologic medication) fortnightly for just over a year now. It keeps on top of my RA, pretty much, and there are few side effects...reactions3comments
