Quality of Life...I was diagnosed after my inflammatory markers were off the chart. It took 6 months to see a specialist and have the...reactions2repliesProgression
Voting with Rheumatoid Arthritis...Voting is a fundamental American right, but it has special meaning for people with disabilities or health conditions. Until federal laws like...reactionscomments
Meds...I was recently diagnosed with ra and have been given hydrochloroquine. I'm really paranoid about taking it. A couple of months ago...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions1replyDiet & NutritionFlares & Flare ManagementSeronegative 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...reactions1replyCoping
Medicine ...Hi there, My mother has RA in her hands and has asked me to research medicine that offers any real pain relief...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...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...reactions25comments
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...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...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...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...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
