Meds...I was recently diagnosed with ra and have been given hydrochloroquine. I'm really paranoid about taking it. A couple of months ago I did a lot of research and changed...reactions3replies
Medical Specialist - Collecting Ologist...In my family of myself and 5 siblings we all have medical issues, some more serious then others but we all have found a way to deal with ourselves and...reactions6repliesComorbiditiesCopingTreatment
RA - Season Changes Autumn and Winter How about you?...Well folks it is Autumn here in the U.S. with winter closing fast. During this time of year I usually start flaring up more then other times and my depression...reactions16repliesWeather
Music Makes the Medicine Go Down...When I was a kid growing up with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (now called juvenile idiopathic arthritis), I spent a lot of time in the car being driven to medical appointments...reactions2comments
Medical Gaslighting...I just read an interesting and very relatable article in the New York Times. In the article, experts share tips on how to advocate for yourself in a healthcare setting...reactions73comments
Accessible Alternative Short-term Pain Management Options...You need many options when you are battling varying degrees and types of pain on a daily basis. Whether it is stabbing, throbbing, on fire, or frozen, pain always comes...reactions3comments
Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis...I have had arthritis since I was 3, I am now 24. I obviously have good days and bad. I am currently working full-time as a primary school teacher. This...reactions4repliesFlares & Flare ManagementTips & AdviceWork & Employment
Leflunomide 20 mg...Hi! New to any forum on RA. I was taking methotrexate for six weeks but developed hives so was taken off. I'm to begin leflunomide (Arava). This dmard scares the...reactions5repliesTreatment
Living with Undifferentiated Arthritis (UA)...I was diagnosed with UA about 5 years ago and I’d like to chat with other UA people. I’m thinking I might learn a lot about treatment options if I...reactions1replyFlares & Flare ManagementDiet & NutritionSeronegative RA
Flare ups ...Hi, I'm new here. I'm 41 and just recently diagnosed. Having trouble adjusting to meds and currently going through a pretty testing flare up. It's hard to tell,when I'm in...reactions1replyCoping
Medicine ...Hi there, My mother has RA in her hands and has asked me to research medicine that offers any real pain relief. I am wondering if from experience, what medicine...reactions1replyTreatmentMedical MarijuanaDiet & Nutrition
Accessible Alternative Long-term Pain Management Options...These alternative pain management options (often) take a longer time to see any noticeable changes in overall pain and fatigue levels. These aren’t my “go-to” options for immediate pain relief...reactions3comments
4 Things You Don't Need to Apologize for With RA...Being a newer member of the RA community (I just recently passed my 2-year diagnosis-versary), I have learned a lot about what it means to live with RA and the...reactions22comments
What I Thought Was Eczema Turned Out to Be Shingles...Editor’s Note: This article was written by Patient Leader Cora Lyn Sears and originally appeared on our partner site AtopicDermatitis.net. She describes her experience of having shingles while living with...reactionscomments
I Love and Hate My Life...Rheumatoid arthritis has caused a real dichotomy in my life. It caused so much turmoil but also some wonderful things. More often than not, I want to curl up in...reactions25comments
Emotionally Preparing for Surgery...Surgery – a necessary part of living with RA, unfortunately, and a major event in a patient’s life. Since this is part 2 of a 2-part series on preparing for...reactions5comments
Preparing For Surgery - A Guide...Surgery. For many of us with rheumatoid arthritis and other chronic illnesses, surgery is as much a part of life as fatigue or blood tests or having to make a...reactions2comments
Rf blood tests...What are the normal levels for rf factors...I just had my bloodwork done and I don't understand the results...reactions4repliesDiagnosis
“Anticipatory” Pain...I was just in a discussion about chronic illness, with my daughter…she mentioned, “anticipatory pain.” I think that is when you are expecting pain…and the expectation affects you. May it’s...reactions3repliesAwareness
Frequent cold sores...Don't know if it's just me but since I was diagnosed with RA almost 3 years ago and started on the DMARDs then biologic, seems like every two months, I...reactions2repliesComorbiditiesTips & AdviceBiologic Medication
