RA and Misconceptions - Why Us?...Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most enigmatic chronic illnesses out there; dealing with it daily is a herculean feat. Fatigue, pain, general malaise, depression – the list of symptoms...Reactions0reactionsComments38 comments
Aggressive treatment for mild disease?...I know that aggressive treatment is highly recommended for newly diagnosed patients to ward off any permanent damage. However, I was diagnosed with JRA in the 90's, took aggressive treatment...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesBiologic MedicationProgressionSeronegative RA
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Chronic Clencher..."You're a chronic clencher," the massage therapist said to me while pressing her fingers into my tender jaw muscles. Wincing from the pain, I agreed, "Yes, I am." Even though...Reactions0reactionsComments34 comments
Stress triggers ...Does anyone else believe that stress is a major trigger Also I was on humera for about 4 yrs and it stopped working now I've been on enbril for about...Reactions0reactionsComments34 repliesBiologic Medication
Water is RA's best friend...During the dog days of summer, we often don’t need much of a reminder to stay hydrated as thirst is a constant companion, but remembering to stay hydrated when summer...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Donica Liu Baker, MD, FACR...Donica Liu Baker, MD, FACR is a board-certified rheumatologist practicing the art of medicine in her beloved hometown of St. Louis, Missouri. With roots in the field of Kinesiology, she...
Question about juvenile idiopathic arthritis...I knew there was such a thing as Juvenile Diabetes, but hadn't heard much in the field of JIV. I know I have some bad days with my RA and...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesFriends & Family
Mobility assistance ...I am 42 and am fighting needing mobility assistance. How do you know when it’s time? My main issues are endurance and pain on bad days....Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesAssistive DevicesCoping
Weather...Hello! What weather is best for Rheumatoid Arthritis? I really seem to do much better with warmer weather. Too bad I can't get moving expenses covered by insurance....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesWeather
Traveling ...Is it hard on others Traveling ? Long car trips wear me out and when We get where we are going I’m Exhausted and it’s hard for Family to understand...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesTravelTips & Advice
Feeling Good But Not Good Enough ...It’s been an encouraging few months, health-wise. The medication I started a couple of years ago is working better than ever. For the first time in over a decade, I...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Just wondering if it’s normal...Hi there new to the forum but longtime sufferer , I was at uni 2009 when I was first struck down with this and did most of my Third year...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessFlares & Flare ManagementDiagnosis
Exercising My Arthritic Hands with Sticker Art...A study in Arthritis Care and Research looked at and monitored the hand grip strength of individuals in the early stages of their RA. The study reports, “There was an...Reactions0reactionsComments24 comments
RA or not RA...Hi, I am new here. My rheumatologist thinks that I might have RA, but he isn't sure yet. My blood tests are normal, so if I have RA I am...Reactions0reactionsComments16 repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
Not sure how to handle this situation ...Hey everybody my name is Rhoda and I'm not sure how to handle a certain situation with a coworker. So, I have RA, was diagnosed earlier this year and started...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwarenessCopingWork & Employment
Rheumatoid arthritis and Raynaud’s ...Hello, I am struggling to stay positive and my mental stability feels like it’s diminishing. I relate so much with your articles regarding mourning the past life. I went from...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesCopingDepressionMental Health
Sleeping with RA...I have such a hard time getting to sleep. Any pointers?...Reactions0reactionsComments28 repliesSleep
Tips for Parents of Children with Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis...There’s a lot of improvements that have come along for families who have children diagnosed with juvenile idiopathic arthritis (or JRA- juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, which is what it was called...Reactions0reactionsComments22 comments
