Mommy, My Knee Hurts...adoption, not only because of the genetic implications of autoimmune conditions, but also because I wasn’t sure that I would physically be able to handle pregnancy... By Tamara Haag4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
It may have taken years but I am coming back!...of control edema, swelling, that resulted in 50 pounds of excess fluid filling my body, I had to have a C-section just 28 weeks and two days into my By egraves3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
What Are the Symptoms of Deep Vein Thrombosis?...A tumor or even pregnancy can place pressure on a vein compressing it and slowing the flow of blood.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Remicade (infliximab)...Before taking Remicade, talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
The Effect of Menstrual Cycles on RA...Typically, the cycle repeats on average every 28 days or between a range of 25-30 days, unless a pregnancy is conceived.... By Janeil Whitworth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
When Do You Throw in the Treatment Towel?...Some treatments have worked better than others, while there are even more that I haven’t been able to try as a young mom with a recent pregnancy and then... By Janeil Whitworth2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments23 comments
Joint Stiffness Not Required...In fact, I had pain, fatigue, low-grade fevers, and went into remission during pregnancy– all classic signs of RA.... By Janeil Whitworth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Simponi/Simponi Aria (golimumab)...Before taking either of these drugs, talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for later
Orencia (abatacept)...Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before taking Orencia.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Olumiant (baricitinib)...Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding before taking Olumiant.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Introduction to Restorative Yoga, Pt. 3: Legs Up the Wall...contraindications: For example, those with hiatal hernia, retinal problems, glaucoma, neck issues, migraine, heart conditions or infections in the head; those pregnant... By Tadd McCullough1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
CF and RA: From One Abbreviation to Another...She pointed out the swelling in my ankles and commented how I had no pain in pregnancy a few years back which was similar to her patients with RA.... By Janeil Whitworth3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments1 comments
Skin Issues Associated with RA...unknown but some researchers are beginning to argue that rheumatoid nodules may be related to genetic material that originated from the mother during pregnancy... By Andrew Lumpe, PhD3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments
Cimzia (Certolizumab)...Before taking Cimzia, talk to your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.... By Editorial Team 2 min readBookmark for later
Understanding Vaccine Recommendations...For pregnant people who are 32 to 36 weeks pregnant, Abrysvo is available to protect infants.Why is this important?... By Editorial Team 5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Why Wasn’t I Chosen for a Clinical Trial?...For example, if a woman is pregnant or of childbearing potential, it is likely that she will not be able to participate in the trial due to safety concerns... By Editorial Team 3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments0 comments
Amanda Osowski...Amanda is also the mom to a toddler conceived through IVF, and speaks candidly about pregnancy and parenting with Insomnia and other chronic illnesses.... By Editorial Team 1 min readBookmark for later
What to Ask Your Doctor Before Starting a Biologic for RA...Is this medication safe for pregnancy or breastfeeding? (if that’s of interest to you now or in the future) 8.... By Amanda Osowski3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments41 comments
Just When I Thought I Was Out......Going into procedures such as this one with doubt is like getting a little bit pregnant – it’s not a thing.... By Daniel Malito5 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
The Pros and Cons of a Gluten Free Diet for RA...But remember, just like you can't be half-pregnant, you can't give up gluten half of the time and expect to see any results.... By Melissa Halas-Liang3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments13 comments