Lowered dosage...I started with a new rheumatologist and he is having me gradually lower my dosage of prednisone and Hydroxychloroquine. My pain has...reactions4repliesTreatment
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The importance of diet for my RA journey. ...Hi there, I've DXed myself with RA with the help of this website and other online information. My PCP has checked me...reactions10repliesDiet & NutritionFlares & Flare ManagementNewly Diagnosed
RA and Misconceptions - Why Us?...Rheumatoid arthritis is one of the most enigmatic chronic illnesses out there; dealing with it daily is a herculean feat. Fatigue, pain...reactions38comments
Aggressive treatment for mild disease?...I know that aggressive treatment is highly recommended for newly diagnosed patients to ward off any permanent damage. However, I was diagnosed...reactions8repliesBiologic MedicationProgressionSeronegative RA
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Chronic Clencher..."You're a chronic clencher," the massage therapist said to me while pressing her fingers into my tender jaw muscles. Wincing from the...reactions34comments
Stress triggers ...Does anyone else believe that stress is a major trigger Also I was on humera for about 4 yrs and it stopped...reactions34repliesBiologic Medication
Water is RA's best friend...During the dog days of summer, we often don’t need much of a reminder to stay hydrated as thirst is a constant...reactions4comments
Donica Liu Baker, MD, FACR...Donica Liu Baker, MD, FACR is a board-certified rheumatologist practicing the art of medicine in her beloved hometown of St. Louis, Missouri...
Question about juvenile idiopathic arthritis...I knew there was such a thing as Juvenile Diabetes, but hadn't heard much in the field of JIV. I know I...reactions1replyFriends & Family
Mobility assistance ...I am 42 and am fighting needing mobility assistance. How do you know when it’s time? My main issues are endurance and...reactions4repliesCopingAssistive Devices
Weather...Hello! What weather is best for Rheumatoid Arthritis? I really seem to do much better with warmer weather. Too bad I can't...reactions2repliesWeather
Traveling ...Is it hard on others Traveling ? Long car trips wear me out and when We get where we are going I’m...reactions1replyTravelTips & Advice
Feeling Good But Not Good Enough ...It’s been an encouraging few months, health-wise. The medication I started a couple of years ago is working better than ever. For...reactions12comments
Just wondering if it’s normal...Hi there new to the forum but longtime sufferer , I was at uni 2009 when I was first struck down with...reactions2repliesAwarenessFlares & Flare ManagementDiagnosis
Exercising My Arthritic Hands with Sticker Art...A study in Arthritis Care and Research looked at and monitored the hand grip strength of individuals in the early stages of...reactions24comments
RA or not RA...Hi, I am new here. My rheumatologist thinks that I might have RA, but he isn't sure yet. My blood tests are...reactions16repliesDiagnosisSymptoms
Not sure how to handle this situation ...Hey everybody my name is Rhoda and I'm not sure how to handle a certain situation with a coworker. So, I have...reactions2repliesAwarenessCopingWork & Employment
