Muscle Pain...I’m not even sure this is considered a flare... I woke up one day and every muscle in my body ached... It went on for about 3 weeks and just...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Thyroid Ultrasound and RA...I wrote previously about how my thyroid is currently in the process of some kind of self-destruction. Maybe a bit dramatic, but isn't that what an autoimmune disease is in...Reactions0reactionsComments15 comments
The Things I Am Grateful For...2020 was a year. I think we can all agree on that. It really pushed us to our human limits. My 2020 was also pickled with personal loss, personal triumphs...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
My Pathway to RA Combination Therapy...Although I’ve had rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms for most of my life, I’ve only been treated for it since my official diagnosis five years ago. When I was finally diagnosed...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Contemplating a New Normal...As I watch the COVID-19 vaccination effort grow and see the number of people vaccinated increase as the number of new infections decreases, I’m growing cautiously hopeful. I can begin...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Living in a Rheumatoid Arthritis Friendly House ...Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is one disease but it affects all of us a bit differently. This is important because there are no cookie-cutter answers for how to adapt your space...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
steroid injection for wrist pain...Just had steroid injections for both wrist pain. I honestly barely felt anything during injections and was told to use cold treatment afterward. I did have discomfort in one wrist...Reactions0reactionsComments5 replies
Pins needles and numbness...Hello, I was diagnosed in 2015 with RA. I'm currently taking 2 x 200mg of hydroxychloroquine. My RA has been decently controlled with this med. Recently I started to get...Reactions0reactionsComments11 repliesSymptomsFlares & Flare ManagementDiagnosis
RA and Agonizing Over Decisions...Choices. Decisions. Paths. When you have a chronic illness like rheumatoid arthritis (RA), it seems like every day is filled with life and death choices and if you don’t choose...Reactions0reactionsComments36 comments
The Great Outdoors and RA...If you live in a climate that has all 4 seasons, May and June become that time of year when we are eager to emerge from our cocoons of winter...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Flare Up Since Covid Vaccines...It’s been almost 2 months since I got the Pfizer vaccine. I’ve had chronic tenderness since then. I have even had to discontinue the aquatic therapy I love so much...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesFlares & Flare Management
A Battlefield of Bones...One evening recently, I noticed my ankle bones. Moments later, I became aware of the tendons attached to them. Out of curiosity, I Googled (as one does) because I suddenly...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
I have been told i need a hip replacement...Hi to all, I have been told i need a hip replacment today by my doctor pain swelling and stiffness in my leg when i walk and not comfortable when...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Continuous Continuous Updates...Hi all, so my pain level has increased so much I can't even go for a short half block walk to our mailbox like I would do a couple of...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Rheumatoid Arthritis Ode to Dr. Seuss...Rain, rain, go away! Don’t come back another day. You make me ache and hurt so much I want to take you out with a punch! There are puddles everywhere...Reactions0reactionsComments10 comments
Apples and Oranges: Comparisons and RA...Despite knowing that my own situation with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is unique and that no one else likely has the same experience, I still find myself falling into the comparison...Reactions0reactionsComments2 comments
I Worry About My Care-Partner, My Spouse...Blessed with a supportive spouse, I am fortunate to have someone who is able and willing to help me anytime I need. Rob makes a point to listen to me...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Rituximab...Starting infusions with this medication. Anyone with experience with this medication? How’s your health? Is it helping? Concerns or experiences with illness or infections? Vaccine efficacy? Thank you!...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesBiologic Medication
Getting a diagnosis...About 14 years ago, a doctor had xrays of my spine taken as I was experiencing back pain, and he said it looked like I had arthritis in my spine...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesDiagnosisInsurance & DisabilityTips & Advice
What Was Next, My Eyes...So much to address. One of my eyes stayed blurry all day. The following night, there were circles around the light of my clock. I always wondered why after cataract...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
