Managing side effects from COVID vaccine ...Have you guys heard anything about taking NSAIDs interfering with the COVID vaccine’s effectivity?...reactions1replyTips & AdviceFlares & Flare ManagementSymptoms
Whats the difference between a flare up and daily symptoms?...My first symptoms were swollen feet and ankles that left me with intense pain and the inability to walk....reactions10replies
Positive RA factor but negative for all other blood tests...The rheumatologist ordered blood tests for other RA indicators and Sjorgrens syndrome and all were negative....reactionsrepliesNewly Diagnosed
Dazed and Confused...I have personal and family history with Hashimoto's disease, so I had a ton of blood work done and all my levels were good, including my RA factor....reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
Experience with Methotrexate...While the prednisone gave some pain relief, the side effects were too much for me, so I weaned off it....reactions43repliesWork & EmploymentDepressionNewly Diagnosed
Possible RA, Any advice?...My blood work was tested for RF and Sed rate were both negative/normal....reactions2replies
Pain management not working - Opioid resistance?...I'm on the third weekly patch and I haven't noticed any reduction in pain level, so I fear that the dose will be increased again, with the added risks....reactions6replies
Seronegative RA & Skin Issues...During this time, I experienced some skin issues that after a year and going to two Dermatology Offices were diagnosed as Granuloma Annulare (it is a raised...reactions6repliesSymptomsProgressionSide Effects
What exactly is the rheumatoid factor?...When I finally saw a Rheumatologist she said that while the number was very high, my joints were still "juicy"....reactionsrepliesNewly Diagnosed
The path get's a bit clearer!...I had never heard of such a thing, but I am in the midst of researching everything I can....reactions8repliesNewly Diagnosed
methotrexate questions...This isn't specifically a liver question, but I've also heard mixed things about caffeine and MTX....reactions4replies
Is 0 medication possible? Managing RA Naturally...I like to try different ways so i heard about the Paddison program. Do any of you know it?...reactions43replies
SeroNegative RA concern...The word “SeroNeg” makes me feel like a fraud. Can someone explain in a better way to me?...reactions7repliesNewly Diagnosed
Covid affects on RA ...The Covid wasn't bad, but my flares were the worst I've ever had....reactions29repliesBiologic MedicationAwarenessSide Effects
Recurring skin rash I think might be related to my RA...He did several biopsies but said the results were inconclusive so he couldn’t make an official diagnoses which was more then frustrating....reactionsrepliesSymptoms
Is it likely I have RA?...I have only had one X-ray done and it was for something unrelated it said there were mild degenerative changes in the spine but no comment from the Dr...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
But, you look so good… Help me understand...If, in spite of how bad I feel, I have tried to wear an attractive and comfortable outfit or actually blown dry my hair or put make up on...reactions3repliesAwarenessFriends & Family
How can I interview for a job with RA?...I have an interview for a new part-time job coming up, but now I walk funny, can only wear certain shoes and can't be on my feet too long....reactions4replies
Looking for answers. ...I’ve had X-rays last week which were normal but am now having to take paracetamol, ibuprofen and dihydrocodeine for the pain. Tonight has been awful....reactions10repliesSymptomsDiagnosis
TNF induced Lupus...They went further to test the lupus antibodies which those specific for SLE were normal....reactions5replies
