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TEE

posted 07/20/2009, comment (1)

"If it isn't one thing, It's something else."

Hi everyone, I am very grateful for the comments I received "RA- The visitor that out stayed it's welcome". It was like a sunny day. Thanks! I wasn't feeling too well last week. I called my Rheumy, and she suggested that I go to my PCP. He told me that i had a viral infection. He... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/17/2009, comments (3)

Is it normal?

So I've been on my meds for two to three months now, and I do feel a difference. I can now get out of bed in the morning. I don't have as much trouble walking. I can walk up and down stairs. And I don't have trouble bending my knees. The only thing that worries me is my finger. The same one that bothered me in my last entry has been... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/14/2009, comments (2)

RA, "My visitor who out stayed it's welcome".

Hi everyone, I am 42 years old and was recently diagnose with RA. I am new to the writing but not to the site. It has been a emotional and physical rollercoaster ride. Reading what others are going through makes me realize that i am not alone. It all started Nov 2008. I went to my primary doctor and explain to him that my left knee was very... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/01/2009, comments (11)

You can do it! Don't give in to RA...

A recent post really jumped out at me because in it I saw myself and the struggle I had experienced when first navigating through this chronic disease (RA) we all or perhaps those we love struggle with on a minute by minute basis. What I've posted here is my attempt to reach out to Sarah. Another forum member, Ellen, reached out to me... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/17/2009, comments (38)

A Beginners Guide to RA: How to Be a Self Advocate

In communities of people who have chronic illnesses like rheumatoid arthritis, you often hear advice about becoming a good advocate for yourself -- how it is an essential part of navigating the health care system and contributes to living well with chronic health issues. Self advocacy won't cure your RA or reduce your pain levels, but it will help... Read more Chevron

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