Flying to NowhereThere is a sort of sadness one feels when you are doing something for the last time. A sadness so often lacking because we often don’t recognize the last. There...reactions16comments
My RA Journey Continues - IronyIrony. Expected results being the opposite of what is expected. Sometimes serious, often humorous. At least that’s my take on it. Irony is when someone who has a needle phobia...reactions9comments
All of a Sudden, I Needed a Cane to WalkI was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and Sjogren's in 2013. Five years later and living in a different state, I all of a sudden couldn’t walk without a cane at age...reactions8comments
In The BeginningSuper Bowl Sunday 2023. Right hand blew up so swollen it looked like a surgical glove filled with air. After PCP visits, lots of blood drawn and RA factors showing...reactions2comments
The RA Journey Continues - Hope DeferredHope. Such a small word. Sort of like the words “sand” or “foot”. Words that can be used in many contexts but usually without much significance. The foot is one...reactionscomments
My RA Journey BeginsFirst, I want to thank you all for contributing to this website. I’ve found it helpful beyond measure. I’ve spent hours reading through articles, stories, and comments and learned SO...reactions11comments
Methotrexate JourneyI was on Leflunomide and was having breakthrough pain, some mood issues; nothing major. At the time, however, I believed these hindrances to me very significant. So the rheumatologist put...reactions14comments
RA Grab Bag GoodiesWell, the RA Grinch has gifted me with another of its' grab bag goodies. About 2 weeks ago it dropped on me like a bolt of lightning. I had been...reactions12comments
A Drug That’s WorkingAfter 6 months trying Taltz…I was on and off struggling to button my shirt. My rheumatologist saw me and said, “That’s over. Going to try Rinvoq.” I started on Rinvoq...reactions18comments
My New Med RuxienceMy current update on my life with RA. So after my 2 infusions of Ruxience about the 2-3 days after I start with the fatigue. I currently am still having...reactions7comments
Better TimesIn August my husband and I drove 6 hours to Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN. My rheumatologist, a man I have come to trust and rely on, recommended a consult...reactions15comments
RA, Covid, and Heart/Respiratory IssuesI’ve had RA for about 15 years, and am now 71. I’ve had 5 Covid vaccinations and got through a relatively mild case of Covid last year. I’m a tennis...reactions35comments
Help! Living with RA and Lynch SyndromeIt’s a long story so here goes. I was newly diagnosed with RA in February of 2023, mainly because I had broken my back in 2017 and had a lot...reactions5comments
RA DamageI am still waiting for my official diagnosis. Done blood tests hand x-rays. Letter came back saying inflammatory markers raised with the number 70. I am still waiting to hear...reactions1comment
RA and COVIDI have been injecting Imraldi (a Biologic medication) fortnightly for just over a year now. It keeps on top of my RA, pretty much, and there are few side effects...reactions3comments
RuxienceHi all, so a new corse of action to start August 10th. Add to my story. My new hip is doing well and I am doing good at my subcutaneous...reactions13comments
My StoryI was 31 and had just given birth to my first child, after 5 years of trying to get pregnant. When my son was about 5 weeks old, I started...reactions3comments
Life ChallengeI was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 31. I woke up one morning and hit the floor with horrible pain in my hip. After many test at the hospital...reactions3comments
Who Knew?In my late 50’s, after trying for over 8 years (as the doctor thought it was ‘all in my head’ - mental health issue) I finally found a reason for...reactions1comment
Things to DoOk - RA or PA (psoriatic). Been a year trying to find a drug that worked. Bad year. Recently, my immune system has been after my wrists, back, and lymph...reactions23comments
