You know you have a chronic illness when:...They may ask you if the prescription is correct… some may ask you why you are on such a high dosage or if you are aware of the side... By teegied1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Invisible Pain...It all started right after I turned 25 years old. I began experiencing joint pain, inflammation, and extreme fatigue.... By Asha LeRay, MS, OTR/L3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments6 comments
And In Conclusion......Last night I took 4 teaspoons and woke up PAINFREE!!!... By tinmangal1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
RA, mononucleosis,and pancreatitis....Then I started experiencing stomach pains right under my ribs, all the way across. Low grade fever (99 -101) aggravated the fatigue.... By 1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Which shoes are comfy?...I have RA and its now effecting my feet & ankles. I thought others may have the same problem....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Growing up with Rheumatoid Arthritis...It took me 27 years to find the right medication. I’m 31 now, all my bloodwork is normal and I’m no longer anemic because of my meds.... By hdblank1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
RA and AIED (Autoimmune Inner Ear Disease)...Then I woke up with no hearing and a machine noise in my right ear. My equilibrium was so bad I couldn't even drive.... By pinpinny1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments5 comments
Psoriatic Arthritis...I worked as a laborer since high school.... By matt2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Continued Weight Gain...But I have not taken any in months and I continue to gain weight with a healthy diet and activity as tolerated, like swimming and walks....Reactions0reactionsComments1 repliesDiet & NutritionExerciseTreatment
Newly diagnosed with RA...I now have all five digits on my right hand completely numb and the tops of the digits on the left hand are starting to go numb.... By racingredgranny1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments13 comments
Newly diagnosed and full of questions...I am RUNNING SCARED right now. Help please.... By rosey4751 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments1 comments
How did your symptoms start and progress?...The thing that is really getting me right now is fatigue and brain fog....Reactions0reactionsComments2 repliesSymptoms
Let the sunshine in...In the summer I have a screened in porch that is essentially our summer family room, giving us additional open space to enjoy the sights and sounds of... By Nan Hart3 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments
Is there anyone that has applied for disability due to RD??...I can hardly use my right hand and arm most of the time,being right handed this is a problem....Reactions0reactionsComments3 replies
My RA Journey and Treatment Success...I say this because right after my infusion, I am wound up and ready to go. When it gets closer to time for it again, I'm down to a... By mel-l1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments7 comments
My Life...But a few years of that and the right rheumatologist, I soon changed my tune.... By redstuff701 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments2 comments
Which Doctor to Contact?...I do have a wheat allergy so I conclude it might be a result of that. I have also had overheating.... By elirose2 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments4 comments
jlacy2213's Story...I have had many surgeries and procedures done including a total hip replacement at age 17, knee surgery on my right knee at 21, knee surgery on my left... By jlacy22131 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments3 comments
Managing RA...It seems like I always get a flare-up right before the end of Winter. ... By jorgesamayoa1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments11 comments
Living with R.A. and fibromyalgia...Start with my right elbow with swelling and pain and was getting worse and spread to my fingers and then to both of my wrist and now am in... By leneob1 min readBookmark for laterReactions0reactionsComments0 comments