Take the Allergies In America Survey! (CLOSED)...The Allergies In America survey is now closed! More than 50 million Americans are living with allergies. Allergens can take shape in many forms with widespread and serious effects on...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Weight Fluctuations When You Have Rheumatoid Arthritis...Perhaps one of the most frustrating things about having rheumatoid arthritis is the cyclical relationship between RA and weight. I’m not sure what other advocates and community members have experienced...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Only In My Dreams...I never remember a time when walking was easy. Yes, I remember when it was easier, but never easy. Being diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at age two, I also...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Choose Your Symptom...Or, pick your poison. Rheumatoid arthritis is a fun disease. It wreaks havoc on every part of our bodies. It provides a full access pass to the carnival of inflammation...Reactions0reactionsComments17 comments
How Much Is Too Much with RA?...I feel like throughout my journey with RA, this question haunts me as one of the most difficult. Often, I have had to ask this when it comes to so many...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
What Is the Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) Diet?...Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) occurs when your immune system attacks joints, cartilage, and other body parts. Experts do not know what causes this autoimmune reaction. One theory is that certain genetic...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Never Felt Old...I am 77 and never had any health issues. Did all my yard work, painted my house, and went to the gym 5 days a week. Last March got sick...Reactions0reactionsComments3 comments
New here...I am new here today and wanted to ask a question. This past year I was diagnosed with breast cancer, did chemo, radiation, and a double mastectomy. On the day...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
An Antibodies Mystery...In late April, I came down with COVID-19 and recovered. I feel very fortunate that I had a milder case and recovered without problems, but am still grappling with a...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
My Rheumatologist Wasn't Listening to Me...When I was first diagnosed with RA in January 2007 I began a journey to the right medications almost immediately. It took quite a few months, even up to a...Reactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Fighting Discrimination...During normal times, I love to travel. I have been to many places in the US and some lovely places internationally. So I was extremely upset when I saw the...Reactions0reactionsComments16 comments
Alyce's Body Here...Hi, let me introduce myself to you. I am Alyce’s body, and I am in control. She thought it was her mind, wrong, it was me, always me. And mind...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
Hip Procedure For Pain...Hi all, as you know from my January 3rd update, I was going to the hospital for a hip procedure called an "intra-articular ultrasound-guided injection of cortisone." My procedure was...Reactions0reactionsComments6 comments
What can I do about all the stress that I see in 2021?...Has anyone written any new articles about reducing the stress that causes RA flares?...Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesMental Health
Gizmos, Gadgets, and More!...Recently, I have seen several articles reviewing gizmos and gadgets that help people with rheumatoid arthritis. A couple of these articles have been written by folks with rheumatoid arthritis, but...Reactions0reactionsComments21 comments
Has anyone received the COVID vaccine?...Being immunocompromised I am on the fence due to the side effects. I have a coworker who is healthy and was down for two days after the second dose suffering...Reactions0reactionsComments32 replies
Has anyone had an ankle replacement?...I'm due to have an ankle replacement as the triple fusion I had a few years ago hasn't helped and my joints have gotten worse. I was just wondering if...Reactions0reactionsComments4 repliesSurgery
Fatigue Stinks. That's It....Well, I think it’s time, once again, to talk about fatigue. More and more lately, I have seen our community members talking about fatigue and I’ve been sharing my tips...Reactions0reactionsComments93 comments
Use Caution While Exercising with RA...I recently got back to my swimming regimen after 8 months of not being able to swim in our indoor pool due to its closure. I was thrilled to get back...Reactions0reactionsComments9 comments
Monica’s First Day Out...…during the pandemic, that is. Yes, I have gotten a couple of takeaways here and there (only things that I could blast in the microwave at home). I have gotten...Reactions0reactionsComments4 comments
