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StacyR on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Friday, February 03 2012
Well hello my newfound RA family! A few weeks back I began posting on this site, as all signs were pointing to my having RA. Since that time, I have been diagnosed positive for RA (my factor was 149.1....UGH) and have lived quite the whirlwind. Through all of this, I have been extremely blessed to have a net of support literally and figuratively... Read more
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StacyR on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Monday, January 23 2012
So about 15 years ago I was first introduced to RA. My mom (now 68) was diagnosed, and I remember clearly being irritated with her at times, not really buying the amount of pain she was in. I recall getting frustrated because she walked slow, and teasing her (in a loving way, truly) about switching to shoes with velcro because tying them was a... Read more
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StacyR on Rheumatoid Arthritis
Tuesday, January 17 2012
For starters I have to say thanks to the folks out there making this site happen. I am as about as lost feeling as I think I can be, and all your words are truly helping me cope.
My short story...4 years ago I made the life changing decision to have a roux-en-y Gastric bypass. I changed my eating habits, began exercising regularly, and... Read more
