Rheumatoid Arthritis

Maria

posted 04/10/2008, comments (16)

It just doesn't ever go away, does it?

I have been living with this for the past 10 years, I'm 39 years old now and everyday is an uphill battle for me. I have been on some heavy medications throughout the years, and my doctor continues to start me on something new when the old stuff seems to stop working. The pain never goes away and it's hard for anyone who... Read more Chevron

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Barbara Henry

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posted 12/21/2007, comments (6)

How do you deal with others lack of understanding?

I have had RA for about 8 years now and I am 43 years old. My RA is progressing and the further along it goes, the further away my family pulls. My only visible deformities at this time are my feet so they tend to forget what is going on inside. I find myself having to defend myself (or my illness) to friends, family and... Read more Chevron

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jenarlene

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posted 11/02/2007, comments (5)

Living with Rheumatoid Arthritis

I'm Jennifer and am only 21. I have had RA now for 7 years. It has gotten to the point that I can't walk anymore, it's very painful. I have had so many different types of medication. Nothing really has worked. I am just very sad about it.

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Terri

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posted 10/12/2007, comments (0)

Hi to everyone who suffers with RA. Its a terrible illness and I have had it for 20 years. I've been through all types of treatment- Methotrextate, Cyclesporn, Steroids, ECT. I've had blood transfusions and I'm currently on an injection which helps but leaves my immune system low. However all is not doom and gloom, you just got to get... Read more Chevron

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Cheryl

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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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