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Gizelle Sullivan

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posted 08/30/2008, comments (2)

Some Anniversaries aren't so sweet.

15 months since I started symptoms of Rheumatoid Arthritis, and one year since i was diagnosed. I thought the longer I had to deal with this. The easier it would get. Wow, I was so wrong. Well I guess some things have gotten easier. I remember my medication better than i did at first. and I don't cry anymore when i know i have to have... Read more Chevron

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Christine Miller

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posted 08/11/2008, comments (4)

Responsive communication with spouses/partners important for health of RA sufferers

A new study published in the July issue of Arthritis Care & Research indicates that men and women with RA who perceive that they have better mutuality, meaning responsive communications, with their spouses or partners have better mental and physical health... Read more Chevron

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posted 07/09/2008, comments (10)

Hope and Life with Rheumatoid Arthritis

When my pain isn't real intense I do well with the fact that I have an incurable disease. I can run errands, keep lunch dates with friends, and even do some chores. But when the pain is constantly intense I worry that I may not be able to have control over my life. It's like the pain just swoops in and takes over. I feel so... Read more Chevron

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posted 06/25/2008, comments (4)

Falling a few steps back with Rheumatoid Arthritis

There are those days when I am able to move. There are those days when I am able to enjoy life, and stay positive. Then there are days like today where I question everything, and I don’t how I can handle another day with this disease. A whirlwind of emotions This last month has been a whirlwind of emotions for me,... Read more Chevron

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