The pain is unbearable at times yes, but I still have people who rely on me. No time for the pain 💯...reactions5replies
Pain solutions while beginning methotrexate...I am starting on methotrexate, so far I've only had one week's dose (oral). The first time I tried this I couldn't stand the pain without ibuprofen or naproxen, so...reactions14repliesFlares & Flare ManagementNewly DiagnosedSymptoms
It Doesn't Show On the Outside So It's Not That Bad...I never realized how strong of a person I was until I realized that I hide this poison so well that people don't even realize how sick I am. If...reactions1replyCoping
Smart Watch?...Have you tried a Smart Watch to help with RA? Which ones have you tried? Are there functions that help with evaluating or improving your sleep? How about trying to...reactions4repliesAssistive DevicesSleepExercise
RA and having children ...I am 39 year old male and RA patient since I was 6 years old. The main reason I am writing is regarding the wish of my wife and me...reactions2replies
Pain and showering...Hi. I have had RA since 1977. Diagnosed correctly around 1982. Both total knee replacements. And many other surgeries. My upper body hurts constantly especially with this cold weather. I...reactions1replyAssistive DevicesTips & Advice
FeaturedRA and Cold Weather...How does the cold weather impact your symptoms? Have you found anything that helps manage pain and stiffness during the winter season?...reactions46repliesFlares & Flare ManagementTips & AdviceWeather
Subscription of Biological ...I am being forced to from using Humira by my insurance company starting in January. Sad...reactions1replyBiologic Medication
From Remission to Flare...I lost my husband to cancer 14 years ago. Sometime after the funeral, I woke up one morning and could not move a muscle without severe pain. It took me...reactions11comments
Community Views: RA in Extreme Weather...Winter is fast approaching for those of us in the Northern Hemisphere. Many of our community members on RheumatoidArthritis.net have shared their experiences with cold weather's impact on their RA...reactionscomments
Meds...Are all RA medications immunosuppressants? I was thinking of asking to change from Methotrexate to something else, but if they all suppress the immune system, there maybe no point...reactions4replies
Vagus Nerve Stimulation Experience?...Vagus nerve stimulation has been on the radar as a potential treatment for RA for a number of years (our Health Leader Andrew wrote about it here in 2015: https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/blog/vagus-nerve-stimulation-possibilities-and-limitations)...reactionsrepliesTreatment
Happy Thanksgiving! ...Even though living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can bring daily challenges, there are still things to be thankful for. Take a moment to reflect on the aspects of your life...reactionsrepliesCoping
Tests for which medication will work....When I took the advice to take the shots for Covid after the first shot I started having more pain in my legs and hands. I took the booster shot...reactions44repliesFlares & Flare ManagementBiologic MedicationTreatment
Thank you ...Hi, this is my first time posting so I hope I am doing it right. I have been "lurking" for a while, reading everyone's posts and checking out the articles...reactions8repliesTips & Advice
Appreciation Post...My son, David, is my caregiver. He is the very best, loving, kind, giving, and hard working. He does everything he can to help me and make me feel better...reactions14replies
Surviver of JRA for 66 years...My name is Linda Martin. I am 73 years old and was diagnosed with quick-onset chronic juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA) in 1959 by a Johns Hopkins rheumatologist. This came after...reactions2comments
Caretaking, Caregiving, and Care-Needing With RA: All the Same?...Those of us with chronic illness are frequently on the receiving end of caregiving. It is just a fact of the disease, and although it can be difficult to come...reactions12comments
Missed meds...My prescription ran out for my hydroxchloquine and I didn't take it for about 3 days. I have started it again, but the muscles in my arms are killing me...reactions1replySymptoms
