Fatigue Relapse: Or, How to Handle the Emotional and Physical Pain of RA Fatigue...I’ve been way too fatigued lately. Too tired. It feels that I have to exert so much more effort to accomplish the things that people my age can do with...reactions12comments
Life Challenge...I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 31. I woke up one morning and hit the floor with horrible pain in my hip. After many test at the hospital...reactions3comments
Who Knew?...In my late 50’s, after trying for over 8 years (as the doctor thought it was ‘all in my head’ - mental health issue) I finally found a reason for...reactions1comment
I need help...My doctor died with cancer an now I can't find a good one to help me I doctor thought I just wanted pills until he tested me an then he...reactions2repliesTreatment
FeaturedConversation of the Week: Joint Replacement...Have you had a joint replacement? Are you thinking of having one? Has a doctor said, hmm, let's discuss a new hip, knee, shoulder, or a different joint replacement? I...reactions87repliesSurgery
Alternatives for me. ...I have been battling RA for quite some time now. While working I was able to receive Enbrel or Humira for $60 per year. This was using my work insurance...reactions35repliesBiologic MedicationSeronegative RASide Effects
Hi to all...My chest has started to Flare Up again and feel sore and I have inflammation in private areas going for a pelvic check up this week still being told I...reactions1reply
Hi to all,...Hi Everyone, I have actually lost some weight I cannot belive it. I was 11st09 last week I am now 11.03kg amazing what Healthy Eating dose for you. Hopefully have...reactions1reply
Orencia ...I was getting Orencia infusions for the past 11 years with great results. I stopped getting the infusions in January as it seemed I was in remission and I felt...reactions4repliesBiologic Medication
My New RA Career Path: Meeting My Job Developer...I previously wrote about my insecurities, anxiety, and fears of diving back into job searching. My journey into a new career path continues after I shared my feelings. The next...reactions13comments
Anemic and Confused: Part 3...Let me tell you — I’ve had a time-and-a-half with this uterus. As I detailed in my previous article, in a last-ditch effort, we tried an IUD to control my...reactions16comments
RA and the State of Pain Meds...I have been lucky thus far. The pain pill issues and the war this country is waging on pain patients has only touched me somewhat — with pill shortages here...reactionscomments
FeaturedConversation Of The Week: Strategies To Manage RA At A Younger Age ...Hello! This week we are talking about the unfortunate reality that many young people are diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. When you’re young and you tell anyone you have RA, their...reactions7repliesTips & AdviceVentingCoping
Bad RA Day...I wanted to share my day with this group, as I am sure all of you have had a similar feeling. Today was one of those days where I was...reactions9repliesCopingVenting
Things to Do...Ok - RA or PA (psoriatic). Been a year trying to find a drug that worked. Bad year. Recently, my immune system has been after my wrists, back, and lymph...reactions23comments
The Power of Connection: Health Leader Perspectives...Living with a chronic illness can be a challenging and isolating journey. The physical and emotional toll that rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can have on people living with it can often...reactions7comments
Enbrel?...According to my rheumatologist I’m in a medically induced remission thanks to taking Enbrel 1x week, plus Nabumatone. I was wondering if anyone has weaned themselves off of meds like...reactions2repliesCoping
Just diagnosed ...My name is Debbie. I have rheumatoid appointment in August. Feel very swollen and tired. My fingers look like Vienna sausages and can't put my shoes on. Just a general...reactions28replies
4 Ways to Manage the Unpredictability of RA...When I was first diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), I was so grateful to have an actual diagnosis and answer to my most painful symptoms that I didn’t stop to...reactions14comments
