It's Okay to Ask for Help...If you have read any of my previous articles, you know one of my faults is pride. I am a very independent person who is also petite and thin. I...reactions18comments
Shingles...October 17th of this year, I called my doctor for an appointment regarding my suspicion of having shingles. I had them 12 years ago, so I knew immediately what I...reactions7comments
Before Surgery...So, last week my family was here in the house and they all came down sick. This continued for this whole week. They have been to a clinic and Dr...reactions4comments
Cooking and Baking: A Surprising RA Intersection...Recently, I've been taking time for myself away from family, friends, and other opportunities. I've found myself feeling overworked and overwhelmed, so I've been looking into new hobbies and ways...reactions7comments
Seronegative specialist ...Good morning, I’m wondering if anyone has recommendations for a Rheumatologist that specializes in seronegative RA in California? Thank you!...reactions1replySeronegative RATips & AdviceTreatment
Happy Anniversary: 25 Years of Pain, Grief, and Hope...“Out of suffering have emerged the strongest souls; the most massive characters are seared with scars.” -Khalil Gibran July 11, 2022 marked the 25th anniversary of my diagnosis with rheumatoid...reactions20comments
Active 7 days agoThe Invisible Disease...I was diagnosed this last February with RA. I'm 48 years old. I've told my closest family and friends, but they tend to forget. I am the matriarch of the...reactions54repliesAwareness
It's Not You, It's Me - Cancelling Plans and RA...It’s not you, it’s me. We’ve all heard that before – usually when breaking up with someone or being broken up with. I realized recently that it applies to living...reactions6comments
That Pivotal Moment with RA...When I was first diagnosed with RA, I recall my thoughts largely being centered on what aspects of my life would now be altered in a negative way and what...reactions3comments
What Is the Social Health Network?...Like our other Health Union condition communities, the Social Health Network brings people together to drive unique and impactful conversations about health. It also aims to expand opportunities for health...reactionscomments
Hands...Things I can hardly do with my RA hands. Open a bottle, large or small, open the tab on a soda, scratch an itch on my shoulders or anywhere. I...reactions49repliesVentingCoping
Pain Is Relentless ...Not much. RA got in right wrist - first time severe pain is asymmetrical. Now at 48 hrs. Typing without moving wrist. Moving phone not hand. Interesting… Several days, including...reactions1replyAwarenessVenting
Where Is the Problem?...In recent years I’ve had more problems with reduced neck and shoulder mobility and increased pain. I went for some sessions of physical therapy and found that helpful, but not...reactions10comments
Conversation of the Week: Managing Fatigue Due to RA: Tips, Questions, & More...Hi! So this week we are talking about managing fatigue with RA. Fatigue is one of the most insidious parts of living with chronic illness and it can be a...reactions57repliesSymptomsVentingFlares & Flare Management
Hi all, Update on Surgery...My hip replacement surgery is now booked for Thursday, December 15th. 3 weeks to wrap Christmas gifts, get cash for my older grandkids, and get ready for pre-op, then surgery...reactions2comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis Wins and a Season of Hope...I’m here today, my friends, to offer hope. Somehow the RA gods have seen fit to bless me with a brief symptom reprieve and quite honestly, I sort of want...reactions21comments
Upcoming Dr. Visit for Diagnosis...The probability that I have undiagnosed RA is hard for me to ignore any longer, and so I have an appointment with my PCP this coming week, for bloodwork, and...reactions8comments
Waiting for diagnosis could RA...About 6 weeks ago really bad joint pain on top of foot and toes , toes stiff and hurt to walk , x ray shows inflammation now bk at docs...reactions1replySymptoms
Arthritis treatment and blood thinners...Hi everyone, My 81 year old grandmother suffers from bad arthritis in her legs and she is really struggling to walk, the only thing the doctor offers is paracetamol as...reactions2repliesTreatment
