Sometimes it can be overwhelming to think about all of the different options available for treating RA, but it’s also exciting to know that there are alternatives. We read so much about new medications for treating RA, as well as the side effects and concerns that come along with these advances. I have personally tried most everything and have... Read more
March of 2007 will be my 10 year anniversary of being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis. Most people probably wouldn’t want to celebrate something like this but I plan to recognize this anniversary for a few reasons. First of all, when I was first diagnosed with RA I had no idea what that even was. I remember that my best friend was with me... Read more
When I was first diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis, the only pain that I could think of was the physical and emotional pain. I really couldn’t wrap my brain around all of the other “pains” that I would face when it came to the cost of treating a chronic illness. Before RA, I was a generally healthy person so I didn’t have to use my... Read more
What would you do if you were a parent with a child suffering from Juvenile Rheumatoid Arthritis? Unfortunately there are limited options for treatment of children with this disease. Despite Celebrex’s well-documented link to higher heart risks, Pfizer Inc. wants permission to sell its painkiller to treat children as young as 2 who have... Read more
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