Asking for Help Is a Skill We Need to Learn...I have come to understand that asking for help of any kind for those of us with RA is 1) not easy, as many of us are type A personalities...reactions6comments
When the Issues of My Day Become My Issues With RA...In hindsight, it was blissful. I have had a few months of really low joint swelling, and every day when I was walking my dog I couldn’t help grinning wide...reactions10comments
RA plus retina and gi issues ...A year before my RA diagnosis at age 59, I had a large retinal detachment. It was repaired by laser but I have a lot of scarring and continued flashes...reactions3repliesComorbidities
What questions do you have for our RA Health Leaders? ...World Arthritis Day is October 12, and our Rheumatoid Arthritis Community has a special event in store to help raise awareness and celebrate this incredibly important day. Below, share questions...reactions46repliesAwarenessTips & Advice
Pyodermagangrenosom...Basically it is ulcers on your legs due to your rheumatoid arthritis I have had this issue for 13 years it's very painful it's very hard to heal the ulcers...reactions2replies
Covid affects on RA ...New to the group and everyone is different, but curious about Covid affects on RA? I have had RA for over 10 years, majority of it I have used Methotrexate...reactions29repliesBiologic MedicationAwarenessSide Effects
Bike left shifter handlebar...My thumb is not happy with the standard shift with turns. Joint pain and debris in it. Any ideas are appreciated. Biking outside keeps me going!...reactions8replies
Medicare Modifier payment disparity...Can anyone assist, seeing denials in Novitas region for modifier JA with J3262, paid prior to 7/1/2023...reactions2repliesInsurance & Disability
A Letter to Myself, Pre-RA Diagnosis...An open letter to my younger self, before I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis: Dear Amanda, There's so much I want to tell you about, but I'm going to start...reactions7comments
Subtalar fusion....I have great pain in my ankle & have been offered a subtalar fusion which will involve four screws being bolted in to it. I will be in plaster for...reactions18repliesSurgery
RA Life...I have had RA since I was in my 30's. I used to be on Methotrexate. I am off it now. I do some exercising....reactions3repliesProgression
RA and dental issues...Hi all! I’ve belonged to this site for a long time, but never really asked for help. However, I’m hoping someone has some advice, or has experienced something similar. I’ve...reactions46repliesTips & Advice
"Yes, But...": Communicating Tactfully With Doctors...“Yes, but...” These 2 small words seem inconsequential, but for anyone living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and chronic illness, they are part of one of the most important phrases you...reactions13comments
No Treatment Available for my situtation STILL...Hoping someone might have suggestions on what gives them relief that I might not have tried. Do to other medical conditions old and new I am unable to use any...reactions25replies
Anyone tried Biqi?...Have had RA for a couple of years now. Was prescribed sulfasalazine which worked great for about 18 months and now not so much. Was prescribed it as it was...reactions1replyTreatment
Humira and Traveling Back Home...A life on the go might seem like it doesn't work with having rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and taking Humira. However, though it might seem odd, that's not the case —...reactions8comments
I’m a Union Ironworker by Trade. I’ve been diagnosed with RA. I’m having a hard time managing the pain in my knuckles and doing my job safely looking for any......How to deal with swelling in the Hands How to handle performing at a high level in the Construction Industry with painful joints...reactions6repliesCopingFlares & Flare ManagementAwareness
Everything hurts, I don't feel like getting up....My husband complains about the house and my lack of cooking. I feel guilty. He says mean things to me. I feel like crying. Then he will apologize but the...reactions1reply
My Journey with RA, Hip Pain, Steroid Use, and Avascular Necrosis...In January 2023, I went through extensive testing for ongoing left hip pain. I had been in pain with my left hip since July of 2022. Honestly, I thought it...reactions5comments
All tests not consistent with RA...Hello, 48 yo male. 6ft 4, 250. Army guy Hx of ulcerative colitis, papillary thyroid carcinoma x20 years ago. Cholecystectomy x22 years, l5 surgery. ADR in t4. 18 months ago...reactions1reply
