Re-assessing My Triggers...After 10+ years with RA, I think I have a pretty good handle on my symptom triggers. You know, the things that wake the rheum beast from its already turbulent...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
RA and My Work from Home Setup...Long before the pandemic, I worked a remote-based job. Although my company had an office about 45 minutes from my home, not all employees worked from that physical location. When...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Confused,Stressed but still hopeful ...I’m a 49 year old factory worker (21 years with company)who works extremely long hours trying to get by life as pain free as I can. I’ve had 2 mri’s...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosisWork & Employment
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such as acupuncture, meditation, and yoga – that are...
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may have questions about mental health conditions, treatment options...
Coping With Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition. It is not necessary to suffer in silence...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or text 988, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or use the...
Evusheld Feels like Winning the Immunocompromised Lottery...It feels like I recently won the lottery. No, not the lottery with money involved, but the lottery to receive a dose of Evusheld. This therapy provides me hope that...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Coping With Mental Health: Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)...Psychotherapy is also known as talk therapy, counseling, or simply therapy. Psychotherapy is used to help with a wide range of mental health conditions or challenges. Therapy sessions can be...
RA Pain Relief Alergic to Most Stuff...Hi guys I am writing this on behalf of my Mum who is 79 and has had RA for over 10 years We are in the UK and it is...Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
Mental Health Myths and Facts...There are many myths and misconceptions about mental health. Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know the facts. This article aims to dispel these...
General Mental Health Resources...Living with a mental health condition may pose many challenges. It requires coping, finding treatment, and managing the impact of the condition on family, friendships, and work. Stigma can make...
What Is Mental Health?...Mental health is the range of thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that affect your well-being and how you relate to others. Just like good physical health, good mental health is vital...
Flare or Not Flare?...I saw my new rheumatologist Monday. I am very impressed with him. He is testing me for lupus now too. I am having some unusual muscle pain and a new...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Newly Diagnosed/3 weeks in on methotrexate...Hello, I was just diagnosed with Seronegative RA at 54. Some of the issues I have been experiencing over the last few years may be directly related to the RA...Reactions0reactionsComments8 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Switching from MTX to leflunomide?...Due to a chronic cough, my RA doc suggests I switch from MTX to Leflunomide.This presents another unknown and scary step for me into a new med.,since except for this...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
RA and Talking to Loved Ones...The holidays are over for most of us and I’m guessing there are a few people out there who are glad for one particular reason. You can be back in...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
Hi, I Am Back with Continuing Info...Hi all, it has been I believe 4 months since my last continuation. I am on Rinvoq, I have noticed a small difference in my hands but not my feet...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Side effects...Is anyone on methotrexate and or Humira experiencing horrible charlie horses and muscle spasms? Not sure if this is a side effect or not...?!?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBiologic Medication
Is My Biologic Working?...I use a biologic agent that costs about $15,000 every 4 months to administer. I have used it for 7 years and I have generally been pleased, but despite evidence...Reactions0reactionsComments43 comments
