When I was first diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, I really had no idea of the long term affects of this disease. In the beginning, I was overwhelmed with the pain and changes in my body. All I could think about each day was the doctors' visits and the endless amounts of medication. I didn't know anyone else who had RA who I could ask questions. I felt alone and scared. When I read through the message boards on the RA Central website, I feel the frustration of those who have been recently...
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Hard Conversations: When Rheumatoid Arthritis Affects Your Work
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When arthritis affects the hands
Arthritis in the hands can make it difficult to perform everyday tasks. While the condition can be managed with proper medical care, first you must... Read more »
Information on Rheumatoid Arthritis Medications
From the FDA Consumer Magazine, March-April 2005 by Carol Rados Few people with arthritis would be willing to stop taking a medication that works,... Read more »
Arthritis
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Arthritis is a disease that causes pain and loss of movement of the joints. The word arthritis literally means joint inflammation (arth=joint,... Read more »
Arthritis, fibromyalgia affect computer use: study
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Arthritis Significantly Affects Sleep Quality: Study
Scientists at the National Institute of Health have found that arthritis can significantly worsen sufferers' sleep quality, especially when patients... Read more »
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