In the MeantimeMy mom is going on vacation, and she asked me to stay at her cottage while she is away, to take care of her dog. I told her I would... By Sophieh2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
Canceled and Rebooked SurgeryI am sure some of you are wondering where I went to. I have been having issues with receiving emails and being able to post. I had service working on... By casmere2 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Codeine and NadaI have been using Tramadol for years. My RA doc asked me to see a pain doc. I actually don’t understand this. You are an RA doc and pain is... By danny7771 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
MommaSwain01When I was 6, my dad and brother left my mom due to her RA. So I was homeschooled so I could take care of her. I did. I became... By MommaSwain011 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
You've GOT To Be Kidding Me!!My ribs hurt like someone has them in a vice. Left side, not my heart. Yes. The rib pain is indicating my former regime of leflunomide and Sulfasalazine is starting... By tinmangal1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Shingles Family StoryMy dad had it when I was three years old. We were on our way from Winnipeg, Manitoba to Jackson’s Point, Ontario. He had to sell his car and we... By sammie1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
BiologicsI had been on Humira for about 6 years when I had to change to the biosimilar Amjevita. I have had 5 UTIs in 7 months and gastroenteritis. These are... By sammie1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments6 comments
ShinglesOctober 17th of this year, I called my doctor for an appointment regarding my suspicion of having shingles. I had them 12 years ago, so I knew immediately what I... By RoDias31 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
Before SurgerySo, last week my family was here in the house and they all came down sick. This continued for this whole week. They have been to a clinic and Dr... By casmere1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments4 comments
Hi all, Update on SurgeryMy hip replacement surgery is now booked for Thursday, December 15th. 3 weeks to wrap Christmas gifts, get cash for my older grandkids, and get ready for pre-op, then surgery... By casmere1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Upcoming Dr. Visit for DiagnosisThe probability that I have undiagnosed RA is hard for me to ignore any longer, and so I have an appointment with my PCP this coming week, for bloodwork, and... By Pegkay122 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
It's Just Another Day, Nothing in My WayI’m lying in my bed at home. It’s the middle of November, and the weather is chilly. The house is quiet, my roommates have all turned in for the night... By Sophieh3 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments8 comments
Hi, I am Back with Continuing Info and An Update on TestsIt has been quite a while since I posted anything. I was going through CT scans chest, abdomen, and an ultrasound on my back and thyroid. All the rheumatologists were... By casmere1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments5 comments
My RA JourneyI was just diagnosed with RA on February 14. 2022. It's been a struggle. At 1st, the RF factor was found in my blood. My rheumatologist didn't see any signs... By amygallmt781 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments2 comments
Life is HardI was diagnosed about a year ago and my life has changed dramatically. I used to walk 5 miles a day and ride horses every weekend. That is no longer... By opiesmom1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments12 comments
My LifeI am 53 soon to be 54 years old. I once was a very active woman. I did manly labor and loved working in my yard. I kept my house... By Chubby1 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments7 comments
40 Year Veteran of RA, But Age is Not My FriendI was first diagnosed with RA in 1982 after a "spontaneous effusion" of my right knee. I was 17. It took nearly 2 years and being part of a trial... By Beati32 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments17 comments
Pain Be Gone!Hi everyone. I'm eventually back online again. It's been a while, so I'll briefly re-reintroduce myself. And hope for the best with my grammar and spelling. As a youngster, I... By skuzeg4 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments3 comments
RA Is Likely an Inflammation Caused by Allergic Reaction to Some Foods25 years ago I was nearly paralyzed by joint pains in every limb. A book written by a practicing doctor convinced me that RA is always related to some foods... By CommunityMember31402 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments11 comments
Extreme PAINHopefully one day SOON I will find out why my body hurts me so badly! I have had three RA tests and no inflammatory markers have been found! It seems... By CommunityMember29571 min readBookmark for laterReactions 0 reactions Comments14 comments