Rheumatoid Arthritis - All SharePosts Relating To "Fatigue"

Cheryl

posted 09/25/2007, comments (3)

I was just told by my doctor that I have 'rhupus'. Anyone been told the same?

Has anyone else been told the same? I have achy joints, dry eyes (RA in my eyes), fever off and on, and complete and utter FATIGUE! I am so tired sometimes that I cry. I try to work through it, but its sad to know that my favorite part of the day is going to be-usually early to boot!

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posted 07/16/2007, comments (15)

prednisone tapering and adrenal gland exhaustion/deficiency

Hi there, My husband has had RA for 5 years and is in the process of tapering his prednisone...Everytime he cuts it back he goes into severe withdrawal-shakes beyond, low temp, high temp, night sweats, shivering huge amount of allergies, extreme tiredness. Does anybody know how long this process takes and if the adrenal glands ever start... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/05/2006, comments (0)

Stress and Depression in Rheumatoid Arthritis

People suffering from rheumatoid arthritis and other illnesses causing chronic pain often experience stress and are significantly more likely than the general population to experience depression because the painful limitations of RA affects so many parts of our lives – from performing our jobs, to managing our homes and families, to just... Read more Chevron

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