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Nan

posted 10/04/2009, comments (3)

RA and menstrual cycles

In the last year I have noticed an increase in joint pain, headaches and just an overall crappy feeling when my period comes on. I have never had this problem in the past. My monthly cycles were always uneventful, normal and if there was any discomfort or cramping a motrin would handle it fine. Now it seems "Aunt Flo" is bringing on... Read more Chevron

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Lisa Emrich

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posted 10/01/2009, comments (15)

Can I have Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus?

Is there an association between rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus)? Can someone have both diseases or must he or she be diagnosed with only one? What are the challenges in addressing these questions and more? From a recent article published in the journal Arthritis Research & Therapy, the average RA patient... Read more Chevron

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LeighAnn

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SAH mom of 3 kids living with RA

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posted 09/29/2009, comments (4)

stepping outside the box

Ok so my 1 year anniv of my RA dx is coming up on Oct. 8th and I am thinking WOW really a year already?? I mean i am doing waaaay better than I was a year ago. but at the same time I am thinking holy crap I am still hurting and faking that smile in public and I am still waiting for the "this is all a joke, boy was I wrong" shoe to drop. It hasn't,... Read more Chevron

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Booboo711

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Male Aircraft Mechanic and Reliability Analyst Living with RA

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posted 09/18/2009, comments (4)

From Top Level Athlete to RA Depression and the beginning of the comeback trail

When I was 17 years old I joined the United States Army and found myself in basic training. I enjoyed the challenge and yes it was stressful. I thrived on being an M1A1 Abrams Main Battle Tank Armor crew member. I also enjoyed the physical part as well as the mental part of being on the tip of the spear. After basic I was assigned to Bravo Company... Read more Chevron

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Booboo711

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Male Aircraft Mechanic and Reliability Analyst Living with RA

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posted 09/17/2009, comments (6)

When you take a Stand

Even though I have only been on this journey for a short period of time since I received my diagnosis of Rheumatoid Arthritis I felt I wanted to tell you about taking a stand against a Med my Rheumy wanted to put me on. During my last Rheumatologist Visit my doctor and I discussed the option of me being put on Methotraxate. After coming... Read more Chevron

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