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Sociology graduate student living with lupus and rheumatoid arthritis
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Sex And RA

I know I'm known on my blog for being open, honest, and a straight shooter. But I've never quite talked so openly about the subject I am about to discuss. And I felt like I should, because all the "cool kids" with RA are doing it.   Let's talk about sex.   It's a part of life.   If we're being realistic, there are functional... Read moreChevron
posted 02/14/2012, comment (1)|
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FEVER BLISTERS ON MY "EYEBALL"

I've had fever blisters on my "eyeball" numerous times since 1979 (they're called cornea ulcers), I always get them on the same eye (my right one).  However, a few weeks ago I got them for the first time since being diagnosed with RA (diagnosed in 2008).  I had 22 blisters in my right eye. Here I am today, 7 weeks later,... Read moreChevron
posted 03/28/2011, comments (0)|
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Comfort Tip for RA in the morning

I was just diagnosed with RA. Pain is at its worse in the morning. I moved my craftmatic bed back into my bedroom. It makes it so much easier to get out of bed with the least pain. Moving around early in the morning, a little exercise, coffee, breakfast and meds help me get my motor running.
posted 09/07/2009, comments (2)|
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SIDE EFFECTS OF RA MEDS

I checked for local support and there are none where I live. I think I might need to share the way I feel to improve my self outlook of things. I have been living with RA for 2 years. I am 36 yrs old and I have a super suppoting husband and have been blessed with 2 of the greatest kids. I know, so why do I need more help coping? They help soooo... Read moreChevron
posted 04/07/2009, comments (20)|
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I need medication.....

I am 32 years old and have been diagnosed with RA just at the begining of this year.  I also have heart disease and some kidney problems from the RA meds I was on: methotrexate and arava and mobic.  Is there any other medication that I can take that won't interfer with my heart condition?  My rheumy is concerned and doesn't know... Read moreChevron
posted 11/20/2008, comments (3)|
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