Finding My New Rheumatologist Part 2...I previously wrote about my rheumatologist retiring and how I was now tasked with finding a new rheumatologist by the end of May 2022. I developed criteria and searched the...Reactions0reactionsComments14 comments
Just Diagnosed 😢...Hi today it was official. I got my official diagnosis -Palindromic Rheumatism - is there anyone else that has this? Any advice you can offer. How long till they got...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosis
Cimzia...Hello! I have been on Humira but am having allergic reactions after 6 injections so my rheumatologist is switching to Cimzia. This isn’t a common biologic I’ve heard of and...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBiologic Medication
Returning to Yoga...I practiced yoga on and off for about 10 years before stopping due to my knee replacement infection, treatment, knee replacement (also called a knee revision), and difficult recovery. I...Reactions0reactionsComments7 comments
And In Conclusion......After weeks of trying various supplements I have come to a conclusion!!! Diphenhydramine helps my rheumatoid arthritis more than tumeric, CBD, and any other supplement COMBINED!!! I'm letting you all...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I have started shots with Cimzia...Hi everyone - I was on Cimzia back in January and February and told my Rheumatologist that I was afraid of the effect it may have on my right eye...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesBiologic MedicationProgressionSide Effects
Through the Seasons with RA...Having lived in a four-season climate throughout my life, I have come to understand how important it is to adjust your approach to the day-to-day management of RA to address...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What Is Shingles?...Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the United States. Its telltale sign is a painful...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis and Thyroid Eye Disease: What Is the Connection?...Over the years, doctors and researchers have focused more attention on comorbidities, which are 2 or more illnesses or conditions that happen at the same time in a person. Comorbid...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
New Seronegative RA...Hi Until a week ago hardly understood the term RA. I have been having flare ups on my first MTP joint since I was about 28 (I turn 40 this...Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesNewly DiagnosedSeronegative RAFlares & Flare Management
Take the Health and Media Habits Survey!...The Media Habits Survey is now closed. Thank you for your interest! Managing a chronic condition is not easy and can be physically and mentally exhausting. What types of media...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Favorite Tech Devices for RA...What are your favorite tech devices that you use to help manage your RA? Amanda shared hers here (https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/?p=40556), but would like to know what is (or has) helped make...Reactions0reactionsComments18 repliesAssistive DevicesTips & Advice
Twitching in arms, wrists and fingers....I was diagnosed with RA about 2 years ago. I now am experiencing muscle twitching in my arms, wrists and fingers. Shoulders always feel heavy, like I've been carrying buckets...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
The Bursitis Burn...The bursitis in both of my hips has been flaring up again lately and I'm not happy about it--especially when I try to sleep and can't lie on either side...Reactions0reactionsComments53 comments
RA and the "B" Word, Burden...There’s one “b” word that people with rheumatoid arthritis and chronic illness are especially afraid of. No, it’s not the b-word you’re probably thinking of (get your mind out of...Reactions0reactionsComments11 comments
My Husband’s Post Knee Replacement Infection Saga...Eight months after a seemingly smooth knee replacement surgery, my husband developed a staph aureus infection in the knee and needed to have it opened up, cleaned out, and 6...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis...What is Rheumatoid Arthritis & how it is different from Osteoarthritis & Fibromyalgia arthritis....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesHealthcare Team
I never signed up for this.......Besides RA I have multiple other autoimmune conditions. I have just started a Biologic for Lung problems. This is a grunge bind #*&^ situation. Managing one condition is a challenge...Reactions0reactionsComments3 repliesVentingBiologic Medication
Technology and RA...Living with rheumatoid arthritis means understanding how to be adaptable in every definition of the word. It means needing to be flexible and creative, thinking on the fly, and finding...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
“Mommy Wrist”...My next ✔️Up with my rheumatologist is in August. I just read in the most recent email that this is what my wrist pain is called. Unfortunately I’m currently on...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
