Moving to Fla.. is there any good news about the weather and RA?...New member here. I’ve had RA for almost 20 years and I’ve lived in Colorado the whole time. I am pretty well under control with Simponi infusions. Life happens, lost...Reactions0reactionsComments22 repliesWeather
RA treatment with Actemra...Hi, I joined this forum as I’m very frustrated with my current condition. I have had RA now for the last 20 years, was comfortably treated on sulfasalazine but started...Reactions0reactionsComments22 replies
locking door latch/snib tips...I work in aged care support and have a client with severe RA. She has a security screen which she would like to be able to lock form the inside...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAssistive Devices
pain...What can be taken with Methotrexate for pain? I will be taking my 2nd weekly dose tomorrow....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesSide EffectsTreatment
Acute Rheumatic Fever with poly arthritis ...I’ve(27F) been struggling to get better from rheumatic fever, need some cheering and advice. I had a sore throat in early Jan, doc tested and my ASO titer was in...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesTreatmentProgressionTips & Advice
Hearing Issues and Rheumatoid Arthritis: Add It to the List...I’ve struggled with my hearing for as long as I can remember. It’s been something that has caused me feelings of isolation and embarrassment, especially when I was younger, because...Reactions0reactionsComments34 comments
Compression Socks ...Hi, someone mentioned about this Compression Socks, where can I get the pair please, as they are even good for travelling...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesCost
Trying to adjust...I certainly can relate to many of the posts I’ve read here. I was perfectly healthy til March of 2022. I had Bronchitis that turned into pneumonia and was hospitalized...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Anemic and Confused: Part 2...In part 1 of this article, I discussed my history with abnormal menses. In this article, I discuss my options and next steps. We were at a total loss. Why...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Nothing’s News...When I was a kid, I was fascinated by spaceships, and I wanted to be an astronaut when I grew up. My dad used to take me to the space...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
A Short Update...Hi all, so if you read my previous update, you know of my "Hypogammaglobulinemia" diagnosis from my rheumatologist, back in January. He has decided to start me on gamma globulin...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Inflammation...I had spine surgery this past November. It was a 4 level fusion with rods and cages. They also put in a bone growth stimulator. I had to stop taking...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Don't Even Think About Stubbing Your Toe....My RA diagnosis is going on 3 years now. I am on Hydroxychloroquine and Methotrexate and both do help. I still deal with pain. It is manageable and I can...Reactions0reactionsComments9 repliesCopingSymptoms
Cracking painful joints...Hi everyone, I went to the doctor because I have to keep cracking my joints and its painful. She did a blood test on me and everything seemed alright. Its...Reactions0reactionsComments10 repliesSymptoms
Hi to all...I have also been diagnosed with mild copd aswell I just don't understand why I have so many health conditions it's unreal really hard to cope I don't have any...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Hi to all...What can I have for fatigue sleeping after lunch awake 1 minuet sleep next minuet it's horrible especially when looking after grandchildren or I need to do something went shopping...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
I have been back to Gp...Hi to all, I have been back to Gp on Tuesday my Mri shows Spinal Cord Compression along with a fracture in my back Phyisio is supposed to contact me...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
The Most Comfortable RA Wear...I recall years ago that trying to dress while dealing with RA was at best difficult and at worst impossible. The clothing fabrics all seemed tight and confining, shoes were...Reactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Weightlifting with inflamed joints?...I've been having transient problems with my elbows and range-of-motion. Sometimes I can't contract an arm fully, and sometimes extending an arm is very painful. For some reason I don't...Reactions0reactionsComments13 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementExercise
Article Thin Ice...I appreciate the article as I also question whether my symptoms are real or in my head. I often feel tired or I might say fatigued. It is a weird...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesFlares & Flare Management
