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...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...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...reactions7comments
Subtalar fusion....I have great pain in my ankle & have been offered a subtalar fusion which will involve four screws being bolted in...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...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...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...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...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...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...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......How to deal with swelling in the Hands How to handle performing at a high level in the Construction Industry with painful...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...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...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...reactions1reply
Photosensitivity while on methotrexate ...I recently had to find a new rheumatologist due to new insurance and I've only seen her once, hence no established rapport...reactions2repliesSide EffectsSymptomsTips & Advice
How do I help friends and family understand my RA...Hi everyone, I am a busy mom of 3 and wife. My family depends on me for a lot (what Mom and...reactions41repliesFriends & Family
Life expectancy with RA...Is it really true that life expectancy is 10 years less for people with Rheumatoid Arthritis?! Do the new medications help extend...reactions4repliesProgression
Can I keep active...Hi everyone, I was a national level swimmer and active person my whole life…until RA. As probably like many here I went...reactions11repliesExercise
New RA after covid...This is a discussion about being newly diagnosed with RA after having Covid. RA may be part of a long Covid picture...reactions2repliesComorbidities
