Friday, June 01, 2012
Rena
  • Rena
    is Living with RA and Depression
  • Location: ID, United States
  • Gender: Female
  • Bio: I enjoy camping, music, arts and crafts. I am looking forward to enjoying the company of those with RA and struggle with depression like me. ;-)
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HEALTH INTERESTS:

Rheumatoid Arthritis,  Depression,  Anxiety,  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome,  Weight Loss,  Nutrition,  Antidepressants,  depression symptoms,  Foot Pain,  Sleep Apnea,  Acid Reflux,  Digestive Health,  Natural Remedies,  Vitamins,  Yoga,  Meditation and Etc.

DRUGS I AM TAKING:

Enbrel,  Celebrex,  Lexapro,  HCTZ,  Omeprazole and Simvastatin.

ABOUT ME:

     I was diagnosed with RA in 2007 but feel that I've actually had RA for much longer.  I believe my symptoms were masked by an active childhood as well as high school and college sports. 

     I struggle with the lack of public awareness of this disease and the whole "you don't look sick" or "you don't look like you are in pain" mentality.

     I am currently working hard on my depression issues with a therapist, losing weight, eating healthy foods and getting physically fitness.

     I love the RA and Depression websites.  I have learned so much here from the experts and all who post.  Love you all! :) 

PHOTOS:

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ROLES:

Interested in Diabetes

Living With It in Depression

Living With It in Rheumatoid Arthritis

Living With It in Acid Reflux

Living With It in Chronic Pain

Working On it in Diet & Exercise

Living With It in Sleep Disorders

Living With It in Anxiety

Interested in Sexual Health

Going Through It in Menopause

Interested In in Obesity

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Rena posted I've been kicked to the curb, but I'm getting back up now.

01/15/12

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Rena posted Hoping for a better year than last year.

01/15/12

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Rena answered I take methotrexate, plaquenil, enbrel, celebrex, I want to sleep all the time, Its horrible

12/04/11

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Rena asked Can an person have RA and Lupus???

08/09/11

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Rena posted Bad reaction to Budeprion.

04/03/11

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Rena posted RA, Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery, Sleep Apnea, Acid Reflux and the Mental Screw.

03/12/11

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Rena asked Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Treatment?

12/31/10

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Rena posted Tired but getting back on line and in the spirit.

12/15/10

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Rena asked I am taking Enbrel. How much hair loss is to much?

10/04/10

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Rena posted Good news for a change.

09/05/10

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