My RA...I have been diagnosed with RA since 2015 I just had swelling on the fingers and morning stiffness in the hands, other...reactions2comments
How I Read...Books hold a special place in my heart. My parents instilled a love of books in me very early in my life...reactions10comments
not official but lab results are...anti-ccp 111 crp 22 sed 40 rh factor negative I started with a rash back in June. I have both graves/hoshimotos antibodies...reactions2repliesDiagnosis
knee surgery...I tore my meniscus in my knee. The MRI to diagnose it also showed progression of RA damage in the knee too...reactions24repliesSurgery
Active yesterdayXeljanz...I just started Xeljanz after years of taking Enbrel. Anyone take Xeljanz? I would love to hear your experience with it (good...reactions12repliesBiologic Medication
Functional Medicine and Rheumatoid Arthritis...According to The Institute for Functional Medicine, functional medicine "determines how or why an illness occurs and restores health by addressing the...reactions25comments
What to Do when the Winter Hurts...I run warm. I have always run warm. If I lived alone, my thermostat would be kept around 68 degrees, and I’d...reactions5comments
Managing Emotions...How do you effectively manage your emotions while also managing your RA? What tips do you have to help others as they...reactions2repliesTips & Advice
The Telltale Chronic Illness - Is My Time Running Out?...I’m running out of time. Or, at least, that’s what it always feels like. Having rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and chronic illness, in...reactions21comments
Humira and face rashes...I have been on Humira since March 2021. I am doing incredibly well but have developed the most distressing rashes on my...reactions2repliesBiologic MedicationSide EffectsTreatment
Switching Medications ...What has been your experience with switching RA medications? Do family members and support givers understand what that entails and how to...reactions25repliesFriends & FamilyTreatment
Weak hands and self injection issues...I’m wondering if anyone has thoughts regarding problems with weak hands making self injections difficult? I’m taking Actemra every 7 days, but...reactions4repliesBiologic MedicationSymptomsTips & Advice
Neck issues...Hi everyone Ive had RA for 36 years. Lately, I've noticed issues with my neck. It was/is confusing. My first thing in...reactions8repliesProgression
What Would Inclusion Look Like?...For me, it’s so easy to focus on how much inaccessibility still exists throughout the world and in my community that I...reactions2comments
Relief, Anger, Grief - Emotions and RA...My feelings about living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) unfolded over a fairly long time. I have struggled with RA symptoms since childhood...reactions6comments
Diagnosis ...Good morning. 9 years ago I went to my Dr. Due to swelling and horrible pain in my feet. I had abnormal...reactions7repliesDiagnosis
Switching Rheumatoid Arthritis Medication: A Guide to Help Others Understand What That Means & How They Can Help...In July 2021, I had to do something that is unfortunately very familiar to me. I had to say goodbye to a...reactions8comments
Murky Waters with my Primary Care Provider...I find it difficult to get a straight answer from my primary care provider regarding my safety and Covid. I have had...reactions1replyCopingHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Energy from Humira ...Has anyone else had tons of energy at beginning of Humira treatment? I have had 2 doses of Humira and my energy...reactions5repliesBiologic Medication
