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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...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...reactions4comments
To Adapt or Not to Adapt, Or Is It Even a Question?...Living organisms have an amazing ability to adapt to their environments. Humans, even more so, can adapt quickly based on a variety...reactions2comments
FeaturedHas Menopause Impacted Your RA Journey?...Lynn Marie shared her experience with RA and early menopause (https://rheumatoidarthritis.net/?p=39727) How has menopause affected your ability to manage RA?...reactions16repliesSymptoms
Knee Replacement...I have had RA and osteoarthritis for 21 years. Over the years have had several surgeries on feet, hand, and now my...reactions18comments
Pfizer injection booster...Hi to all Dont know weather to have the booster injection for covid as had really bad reaction to the last jab...reactions17repliesFlares & Flare ManagementAssistive Devices
