Painful hip for a week, normal x-ray?...I see him again in a couple of weeks to follow up, but I am curious if anyone here has had...Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 repliesSymptoms
Had Covid Test? If So, Any Symptoms?...Anyone else with rheumatoid arthritis had their Covid-19 jab yet? If so what are your symptoms? (If any?)...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Autoimmune conditions after chemotherapy?...I am dealing with multiple autoimmune conditions, including RA. I had high-dose chemotherapy for 8 months, 24 years ago that worked....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Can RA cause hard nodules on your face, neck and scalp?...These often occur in a flare. They are painful, swollen hard nodules that sometimes have puss cores in them....Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 replies
Is anyone using natural remedies only?...Does anyone have RA and are not on meds, that are trying to handle with natural remedies?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
How did you know it was time to change your rheumatologist?...How did YOU know when it was time for a different rheumatologist?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments32 repliesHealthcare TeamTips & Advice
Balancing Out Work You Love With Your RA...A new (or even older) diagnosis of RA can surely put a crimp into the days of an entrepreneur and business owner, can’t...Reactions 0 reactions Comments17 repliesNewly DiagnosedAwarenessWork & Employment
COVID-19 Vaccine side effects with RA...I am questioning whether to get the vaccine because of the side effects. I already have blood clots and a bad congested cough Reactions 0 reactions Comments25 replies
Allergic to NSAID...aspirin or aspirin related drug, which pretty much means no NSAIDs. i have been taking methatrexate for 12 weeks now, and it seems that Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesTreatment
Weather and RA...How has weather made an impact on your RA? Does heat affect your RA? or Does the cold? Maybe both do....Reactions 0 reactions Comments11 replies
Is severe headache and dizziness normal?...hi I've just started on leflunomide on Friday. Since 6am this morning I've had a severe headache and dizziness is this normal?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Do insurance companies consider RA as a pre-existing condition?...Do insurance companies consider RA as a pre-existing condition?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Has anyone experience increased pain before signs of improvement?...When starting treatment with Biologics, is it common to experience increased pain/flaring before any sign of improvement in pain symptoms?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Can chemotherapy contribute to an RA diagnosis?...I was wondering could toxic chemicals be a factor in getting this diagnosis? One doctor I went to diagnosis was mixed connective tissue disease....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Is it common to take all four medications at once?...Is it common to be on all 4 medications at once I am taking embril methotrexate plaquenil and steroids I...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Does methotrexate have to build up in your system?...I have been on methotrexate for three weeks and do not feel a difference....Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies
Can RA cause a heart murmur?...Can RA cause a heart murmur?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Is anyone using Rituximab?...Hi, I'm thinking of starting a treatment called Rituximab. Is any one on this? If so how are you getting on?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Has anyone switched from Methotrexate pills to the injections?...Advice on what time of day is best to inject? What to expect as far as side effects? Thanks in advance!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 replies