Not "Too Difficult"..."I was reminded that having extra needs does not make you too difficult, too time-consuming, but worthy of compassion and love." -Chanel Miller I found this quote I had saved...Reactions0reactionsComments20 comments
Could this be RA?...I apologize if this is long, I think I just need some reassurance that things aren’t all in my head. I’m a 41 y/o female who lives an active lifestyle;...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosisSymptomsTips & Advice
Upper arm and shoulder pain while walking hiking inclines......Hi Everyone, I am married to a 68 year old healthy and active male who has been recently diagnosed with RA. He has survived the medical protocols that have been...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesExercise
Anti CCP 58. No symptoms. ...Hello. I'm 31 with 4 beautiful girls. I recently went through the flu over Xmas 2022 and since has been thrown off. My lit D is 45. Under 50 is...Reactions0reactionsComments17 repliesDiagnosisCopingSymptoms
My Sero-Negative RA Story...How blessed are those being diagnosed with RA today! Medical knowledge has grown so much, marching forward with better understanding and the promise of better care. So many treatment options...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Symptoms? ...Hi y'all I'm 26 still on the road for diagnosis. I have a. Appointment coming up soon. I guess I am still in denial. Is this considered swelling? When I...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesSymptomsTips & AdviceDiagnosis
5 RA-Friendly Spring Cleaning Tips...It’s that time again! The birds are chirping, the relentless cold is lifting, and you’re noticing the dusty, dingy dirt tracked in all winter long for the first time. It’s...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Revisiting Diagnosis: A Reprise of Where I Was...I've had a few chances recently to reflect on my diagnosis of RA and lupus. Most of this has surfaced because I'm starting classes again, and when asked to introduce...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Need Advice...Hi, I’m Kim I got rheumatoid arthritis when I was 22 years old. Been on so many different meds after a while they stopped working. I’m on Rinvoq it’s not...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Is It RA Fatigue? Maybe Not...I have RA and COPD. Both cause fatigue. But lately I’ve just been dragging, forced to take 2 or more naps a day, unable to shop, cook or clean. In...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Thin Ice: A Winter Walk With Rheumatoid Arthritis...I walked with Sheryl on New Year’s Day at our favorite local park. We like this park because it is a leisurely walk with some moderate uphill terrain, but the...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
New Diagnosis some questions re: Pinpoint Eyes...Hi everyone. I am 56 and developed seronegative inflammatory arthritis starting in July of last year a month or so after a moderna vaccine injection. It has developed rapidly since...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSide EffectsSymptomsSeronegative RA
Burning feet...I was diagnosed RA after meniscus surgery . Of course the usual ,prednisone. After rheumatologist did their blood work and basically only found rheumatoid factor of 17 on the range...Reactions0reactionsComments10 replies
Diagnosed with RA a year ago, my journey so far and some questions......Thank you and hello everyone. I have been looking to connect to other people who have similar arthritis and or auto immune disease that I can discuss with and listen...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBiologic MedicationNewly DiagnosedExercise
Might have seronegative RA...Both shoulders, both hips, both middle fingers (only) and left wrist. Mostly I feel lots of paint in hips and shoulders starting in December. Lab tests, CRP 101, ANA negative...Reactions0reactionsComments14 repliesDiagnosis
Things Change ...The other day, I was in my closet organizing and found myself sitting on the floor on an extra dog bed. When it was time to get up, I felt...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Methotrexate Tips…....Hi there, My wife has taken Methotrexate for RA for years and suffered all the usual side effects. She has found that taking the dose in halves over a period...Reactions0reactionsComments77 replies
My Rheumatoid Arthritis Journey With Tea...As I am writing this article, it is a very cold winter day. I am inside as the wind is howling and snow is blowing with zero visibility. My city...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Just wondering.......Hello all, I am waiting to see a Rheumatologist but I was curious if my situation sounds similar to any of yours. I just turned 55, workout 5-6 days a...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptomsTips & AdviceDiagnosis
Not officially diagnosed but being treated...My name is Ashley and I just turned 45. Back in sept of 2022, i suddenly became semi bedridden with severe knee pains and hip pains on both sides every...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesNewly Diagnosed
