Rheumatic Fever or Rheumatoid Arthritis: What's the Difference?...Might there be some correlation?... By Wren3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
"But You Don't Look Sick"...The way you walk just a little differently because the pressure on your right hip is so painful, the way you run hot water on your back in hopes... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Is AFib Genetic?...AFib may happen in short bursts, last until treated, or might be a permanent condition. Sometimes atrial fibrillation runs in families.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Further Along the Pain Management Road ...At first, I would nod my head, and egotistically think, "Oh I do that", "Oh I know that", "My lifestyle is mostly tipping the scales in the right direction... By Kathryn Elton, OTR3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Elbow Pain, Swelling, and Inflammation...There are both benefits and risks of DMARDs, so talk to your doctor about whether these drugs are right for you.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Stuck In The Middle...think about it the more I realize that I belong to a demographic of arthritis sufferers who receive less support, recognition, and resources than they ought... By Mariah Z. Leach4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Sharing Our Strategies Could Be Helpful...I am self-isolating because it is the right thing to do for my health and my family's and friends' health. ... By Nan Hart2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Contemplating Goals for 2015...The monthly activities are for helping me to keep the larger picture in my mind and not lose sight of my progress when I have setbacks.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Preparing for a Doctor's Appointment...I just have to get through it right?! I have a tendency to put too much hope into an appointment so most of the time I leave disappointed.... By amypollock821 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Tips and Tools for Making RA Life Easier...A step stool is my best friend too as I use it to get to things that are too high for me to reach. ... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments17 comments
Shoulder Pain, Swelling, and Inflammation...There are both benefits and risks of DMARDs, so talk to your doctor about whether these drugs are right for you.... By Editorial Team 4 min readBookmark for later
Pregnancy & Parenting With Arthritis – An Interview with Laurie Proulx...I didn’t have high expectations because it is such a big conference, and thought I might be offered a poster.... By Mariah Z. Leach4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Giving Others Time to Adjust...And because I was a child I would dismiss them with unkind words or talk down to them right back.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
“How are you doing?” Can Be a Complicated Question...Probably not, right? It was more like a “hey, what’s up” to see that I’m still plugging along.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments10 comments
What Scares Me...Now, it’s other things that give me a fright. Some of these fears are closer to reality, but I don’t think it’s bad that they are in my mind.... By Kelly Mack3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
The Importance of Wearing Sunscreen...A tried and true from the drugstore is just as effective as those high-end ones.... By Monica Y. Sengupta3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
Laughter truly IS the best medicine...It really was hilarious and looked like a comedy skit from Saturday Night Live.... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
The Emotional Toll of Chronic Illness...Trigger WarningThe content includes information related to mental and emotional distress and it might be upsetting to some people.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Fatigue, and Guilt...Just like any person, I have things to do, and I want to be able to do them.... By Daniel Malito4 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments32 comments
Losing Dr. McWonderful...They weren’t delighted with their doc, but hey, better the devil you know, right? And then there were the ones who were truly upset.... By Wren6 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments