Ignoring the RA Ticking Clock in the New Year...Yes, it’s that time again. New Year. The time when everyone is making resolutions and promises to themselves for what their 2022...reactions6comments
RA Holiday Survival Guide...The holidays. There is nary a more stressful time when it comes to dealing with people and as much as I love...reactions10comments
Biologics...I had been on Humira for about 6 years when I had to change to the biosimilar Amjevita. I have had 5...reactions8comments
When Symptoms Are Not Mirrored in Lab Tests...In August 2022, I started having pain in my middle fingers on both hands. Of course, it was worse in my dominant...reactions18comments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be Shingles...Editor’s Note: This article was written by Patient Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes...reactionscomments
My Journey into a New Career Path with RA...I was diagnosed with RA shortly after graduating as an occupational therapist. I was in my 20s, and the diagnosis dramatically altered...reactions24comments
Before Surgery...So, last week my family was here in the house and they all came down sick. This continued for this whole week...reactions4comments
It's Okay to Ask for Help...If you have read any of my previous articles, you know one of my faults is pride. I am a very independent...reactions18comments
Shingles...October 17th of this year, I called my doctor for an appointment regarding my suspicion of having shingles. I had them 12...reactions7comments
Cooking and Baking: A Surprising RA Intersection...Recently, I've been taking time for myself away from family, friends, and other opportunities. I've found myself feeling overworked and overwhelmed, so...reactions7comments
TK Sellman...TK was previously a health leader on RheumatoidArthritis.net. TK Sellman, RPSGT CCSH is a career journalist (Columbia Chicago, ’90). She was diagnosed...
Upcoming Dr. Visit for Diagnosis...The probability that I have undiagnosed RA is hard for me to ignore any longer, and so I have an appointment with...reactions8comments
Hi all, Update on Surgery...My hip replacement surgery is now booked for Thursday, December 15th. 3 weeks to wrap Christmas gifts, get cash for my older...reactions2comments
Happy Anniversary: 25 Years of Pain, Grief, and Hope...“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.” -Khalil Gibran July 11, 2022 marked...reactions20comments
It's Not You, It's Me - Cancelling Plans and RA...It’s not you, it’s me. We’ve all heard that before – usually when breaking up with someone or being broken up with...reactions6comments
That Pivotal Moment with RA...When I was first diagnosed with RA, I recall my thoughts largely being centered on what aspects of my life would now...reactions3comments
What Is the Social Health Network?...Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health...reactionscomments
Where Is the Problem?...In recent years I’ve had more problems with reduced neck and shoulder mobility and increased pain. I went for some sessions of...reactions10comments
RA and Women’s Health...When it comes to RA, gender really makes a difference. Of the 1.3 million adults in the US who suffer from RA...
Hip swelling and stiffness...The hip joint joins the femur (thigh bone) to the pelvis using a special type of ball and socket joint. It supports...
