Is enough fatigue to diagnosis RA?...Hi, I have been passing really bad times during years with severe fatigue. The problem is that I dont have joints problems, Just severe fatigue and body pain. 2 years...reactions3repliesSeronegative RASymptomsTreatment
More fatigue...On top of the over all fatigue that seems to worsen with increased joint pain, I’m also having leg fatigue? Back in the spring I noticed I can no longer...reactions1replySymptoms
The Jerk Inside - Being an Annoying Patient...The reluctantly annoying patient. We all know them – they live inside us and only begrudgingly make an appearance when all other avenues have been exhausted. It recently happened to...reactions8comments
My Struggle with RA...Since being diagnosed with RA about 8 years ago it has been a journey. There have been times I've screamed in pain and cried all day long and it has...reactions4comments
Osteoporosis Woes with Rheumatoid Arthritis and My New Mantra...A few months ago, my ability to put my head in the sand about my osteoporosis came to a grinding halt. I fell and broke my hip in a classic...reactions13comments
Final Year Product Design Student starting a conversation with the community...Hello, I am a Final Year product design student at Nottingham Trent University. I am conducting a project with a company that designs for the arthritis community. I am here...reactions1replyAssistive DevicesFriends & FamilyTips & Advice
Another update...I emailed my GP today and gave her my history/symptoms related to possible RA. She responded in less than 2 hours and I have an appointment Monday. She mentioned referring...reactions3repliesFlares & Flare ManagementVenting
Changing Jobs for My RA...A little more than 5 years ago, I changed jobs with the hope that it would be my last full-time position (fingers crossed — change happens unexpectedly). I moved to...reactions6comments
Does a warm climate help RA...I am contemplating moving to a warmer climate zone in the hope it will help with my RA symptoms. Has anyone done this and has it helped. Or is anyone...reactions2replies
Everything's Alright...This morning while walking, an acquaintance and I stopped to talk. How often have we said, "Everything is alright" when we are suffering from difficulties of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)? I...reactions7comments
FeaturedIs Talking About Having RA with Others Difficult?...David wrote about why it's challenging for him and many others with RA to talk it (https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/?p=39646). Is it hard for you to talk about having RA with others? If...reactions69repliesIntimacy & Relationships
Muscle weakness ...Up until recently, my symptoms have primarily been joint pain/swelling/stiffness and fatigue in what I would describe as intermittent flares. Today my pain has been about the worst it’s ever...reactions4repliesFlares & Flare ManagementProgressionSymptoms
The Case of the Disappearing Health Professional...In recent years, I’ve experienced it — disappearing health professionals. One minute they are all in: "Yes, we got this. We know you have additional challenges, but we are in...reactions12comments
Update - frustrating Healthcare system...I had my GP appt yesterday - establishing with a new provider due to insurance changes (gotta love it). They put me in as a wellness visit so RA was...reactions10repliesHealthcare TeamFlares & Flare Management
RheumatoidArthritis.net OXO Good Grips Container Gift Card Giveaway Terms & Conditions...Official Rules, Terms and Conditions for the OXO Good Grips Container Gift Card Giveaway NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING...reactionscomments
Insomnia and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)...I have been "lucky" enough to struggle with multiple health conditions over the years, 2 of which have affected me since childhood. Insomnia - or struggling to sleep - is...reactions6comments
I need a Caregiver...I have had RA for twelve years. One week ago I had three tumors removed from my small colon. Cancer. I live in Oregon and WA not to officially get...reactions5repliesCaregiving
Why Is It So Difficult to Talk About Having RA?...I recognize the irony in actually writing this question here - this is a forum to read articles and engage in conversations about having rheumatoid arthritis (RA). But something I've...reactions26comments
Travel and RA: A Reprise...I'm just getting back from a beach vacation in Jekyll Island, GA. It's about 3 and a half hours away from where I live in north Florida. While I had...reactionscomments
Reflecting on My One Year RA Diagnosis Anniversary...There are many wonderful long-haulers living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) who share their valuable knowledge and experiences on this platform. However, I am not one of them. In fact, I...reactions4comments
