How can I prepare for my first rheumatologist visit?...I'm feeling nervous with so much hanging on it. What can I prepare to help it be most useful? Thanks!...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Can I inject my Metho early without schedule disruption?...Taking an all day road trip on the day I usually inject and I don't want that "weird" metho halo hanging on me all day....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Weightlifting with inflamed joints?...Recently I talked with a physical therapist and he said this was the worst possible thing I could do for inflamed joints, and that I'm overstretching and damaging...Reactions 0 reactions Comments13 repliesFlares & Flare ManagementExercise
What are the different stages of RA?...still quite early in the tx, I feel as if I am getting worse, that the disease process has shifted and what used to be pain in couple of fingers...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Professional Perspective...These early experiences shaped the kind of physician I would one day become, one who has been a patient many times, with diagnoses ranging from allergies... By jenscheid5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments15 comments
Does pleurisy pain improve with steroids?...My blood pressure is ranging from 149/104 to 155/116 when I take it at home....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Positive RF, negative Anti-CCP but increasing pain ...I have a feeling I’m going to be left hanging with no diagnosis and no idea where to go next. Anyone else been in my situation? Thank you x...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesDiagnosis
Sleep Problems? What is Happening? How do I make my spouse understand?...I remember waking up in pain all night and having to sleep with my arms hanging off the bed or in a crisscross position over my chest just to...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesSymptoms