Doctors Aren't Always Right and How To Say "No"...Let me ask you this question. Do you know someone who is perfect? I mean, absolutely perfect; Never gives a wrong answer...reactions15comments
How do I ask for testing? ...Hello everyone, firstly thank you for reading. I'm a 36 year old female and I've been suffering with horrible joint pain mostly...reactions6repliesDiagnosis
Rotator cuff surgery...Has anyone had ongoing problems after rotator cuff surgery. I am almost 4 months post op and the pain is far worse...reactions6replies
RA Flare or RA Nudge...I recently had a significant RA flare, which is probably not news to anyone with rheumatoid arthritis. What was new for me...reactions5comments
When Symptoms Are Not Mirrored in Lab Tests...In August 2022, I started having pain in my middle fingers on both hands. Of course, it was worse in my dominant...reactions18comments
Conversation of the Week: How To Stay Resilient Mentally and Physically with RA...I feel like the words, Rheumatoid Arthritis and resiliency go hand in hand. Let's face it, no one with the diagnosis, chose...reactions11repliesMental HealthCoping
Relieving pain without NSAIDS...I’m on Xarelto, a blood thinner, and cannot take anti inflammatories. I also cannot take Tylenol because it elevates my liver enzymes...reactions7repliesCoping
Getting Rhematologist support for time off work...I need advice about getting approval for a reduced work schedule for my RA. I've got RA and have had to move...reactions1replyInsurance & DisabilityWork & Employment
My Journey into a New Career Path with RA...I was diagnosed with RA shortly after graduating as an occupational therapist. I was in my 20s, and the diagnosis dramatically altered...reactions24comments
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...reactions18comments
Shingles...October 17th of this year, I called my doctor for an appointment regarding my suspicion of having shingles. I had them 12...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...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...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...reactions20comments
The 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...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...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...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...reactionscomments
