Doubting my diagnosis - seronegative, no swelling...Hi all. I was diagnosed with inflammatory arthritis (thought to most likely be RA, though it could be psoriatic arthritis) back in the fall, after five years of joint pain...Reactions0reactionsComments19 repliesDiagnosisSeronegative RA
Michele’s Journey...I’ve been sick for over 11 years now. I didn’t know what it was at first. First symptoms were swelling in the fingers of my left hand and my right...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Making the Most of Your RA Telemedicine Appointments...Undoubtedly, the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the face of healthcare as we know it. In the infancy of the pandemic, clinics and doctors’ offices were left to figure out a...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Shingles: Good Reason to Boost My Immune System...Patient Leader Jacqueline Harmon shared her experience with shingles while living with multiple serious health conditions. By now, I assume nearly everyone with a TV has seen those commercials with...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Going to dermitologist tomorrow for this....This stuff just manifested itself between Dec 10 when I went into the ER and by the time I left the hospital it was January 28th probably started earlier but...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Talking to family and friends about understanding this disease moving forward and how it impacts our lives ...I recently was asked the question by a family member about just what is RA? And will I have this until I die? And also, "you mean you have to...Reactions0reactionsComments30 repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
Finding Comfort in Music..."You told me once I have a rebel heart...I don't know if that's true" -First Aid Kit As I've written in a previous article, I've always felt a deep connection...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Unusual Symptoms of RA...Painfully red, swollen joints are the most apparent annoyance when living with rheumatoid arthritis symptoms. However, did you know many unusual symptoms can be connected to RA? These symptoms may...Reactions0reactionsComments89 comments
Explaining trouble i have with finding words....I was diagnosed at 4yrs old with JRA. Now at 57 ,I am greatful for biologic. My issue is that some people don't understand how my speech is affected with...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesAwareness
What does RA look like in your feet and ankles ?...I have a lot of pain in my hands and wrist. Nothing yet in my toes or ankles. What should I look for or expect ?...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Mobility Instability: Balance and RA...Thanks to the volatility of RA joints, balance issues are a sad reality of the disease. It only makes sense that if our joints are swollen, painful, and/or compromised in...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Boilogics...Been dealing with RA for 15+ yrs have tried Nsaids. Can no longer take due to taking blood thinners. Tried Dmards. Had a terrible reaction to them. Rhumatologists is finally...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Good foods for RH...Is it true that some foods can help with inflammation?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Orencia!!...I have been getting an IV of Orencia for some time. Going to get my next IV in May. It will be my 10th and I have not made any...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Hot Back...I’ve been diagnosed with RA for about a year now but longer than that I’ve had a Hot Back. Not all the time but it feels like I have a...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesSymptoms
Swelling toes...I've had RA for 40 years and my toes have never given me a problem until the past couple months. It start in the afternoon or evening with my toes...Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesSymptoms
The Connection Between Chronic Health Conditions and Shingles...The two most common risk factors for developing shingles are older age and having a chronic health condition that impacts your immune system. Shingles is a common viral infection that...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Making RA More Visible: Arthritis Awareness Month 2022...May marks Arthritis Awareness Month! As an "invisible condition," rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can often be misunderstood, especially by those who do not have RA. As a result, this year's theme...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
OXO Good Grips Container $100 Gift Card Giveaway...The OXO Good Grips Container $100 Gift Card Giveaway is now closed. Thank you for your interest! This May, we are celebrating Arthritis Awareness Month with the theme "Making RA...Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
FeaturedAsk Me Anything Live: With Amanda Osowski and Daniel Malito...*Updated at 6:00 pm est on 5.25.22* Thank you for participating in our Ask Me Anything! This thread will be locked, but we will select the winner of the OXO...Reactions0reactionsComments271 repliesAwareness
