Does Hydroxychloroquine Have a Preventive Effect Against COVID-19?...In 2020, the world experienced an outbreak of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), also known as coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)...reactions2comments
Michele’s Journey...I’ve been sick for over 11 years now. I didn’t know what it was at first. First symptoms were swelling in the...reactions3comments
What Is Seropositive RA?...Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is often called seropositive or seronegative. Seropositive refers to the presence of RA autoantibodies in the blood. Seronegative means...reactions2comments
The Case for Doing Nothing...“The trouble with people nowadays is they don't know how to do nothing.” ―Iris Murdoch, A Severed Head, 1961 I recently read...reactions18comments
A Little Vitamin D on My RAnniversary...Time for celebration. It’s my 13th RAnniversary!! My disease is a teenager now. However, it’s likely older than that. Like a stray...reactions6comments
My Experience with the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP)...In January 2021, the RheumatoidArthritis.net Editorial Team wrote an amazing article, “What Is the Autoimmune Protocol Diet?.” It was a fascinating article...reactions10comments
Babywearing for Parents with RA...There are many benefits to babywearing – from increased bonding, to reduced crying, and the ability to get something done! But for...reactionscomments
RA: Not Just Joints or Bones But So Much More...The Rheumatoid Arthritis In America 2017 online survey gathered insights from over 3,000 individuals currently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). For most people...reactions25comments
Be Ready to Argue...I’m very happy that it’s been more than six years since I was in a hospital facility. I had forgotten how I...reactions16comments
Does Menopause Affect Rheumatoid Arthritis?...Aging is a natural part of life. Now that I can no longer say that I’m slowly approaching that age, I am...reactions14comments
Pandemic Lifestyle Changes Have Benefited My RA...There are certain tasks in life, things I both love to do and despise, that are compounded by challenges and changes because...reactions5comments
Making the Most of Your RA Telemedicine Appointments...Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the face of healthcare as we know it. In the infancy of the pandemic, clinics and...reactions3comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis Is a Family Affair...You’ve probably heard the saying, “it takes a village….” It’s usually used in reference to raising children, but it also applies to...reactions3comments
Orencia!!...I have been getting an IV of Orencia for some time. Going to get my next IV in May. It will be...reactions10comments
Finding Comfort in Music..."You told me once I have a rebel heart...I don't know if that's true" -First Aid Kit As I've written in a...reactions9comments
Just Need Some Reassurance/Support...I'm 48, female. I saw a rheumatologist for the first time today. In brief, history of ulcerative proctitis for 15 yrs. Remission...reactions6comments
Mobility Instability: Balance and RA...Thanks to the volatility of RA joints, balance issues are a sad reality of the disease. It only makes sense that if...reactions8comments
RA Fatigue Affects Every Aspect of Life...It often feels like there aren't any specific words to describe rheumatoid arthritis (RA) fatigue and how it makes us feel. Fatigue...reactions5comments
Re-assessing My Triggers...After 10+ years with RA, I think I have a pretty good handle on my symptom triggers. You know, the things that...reactions9comments
Work From Home Environment and Adjusting for RA Pain...I have been lucky enough to work from home since long before the pandemic began. Due to my chronic illnesses, I have...reactions5comments
