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RAPrincipal

RAPrincipal

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female, 59, elementary school principal in California
posted 09/07/2009, comments (2)

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.
J Gray

J Gray

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It seems like I was healthy one day and unhealthy the next
posted 04/07/2009, comments (16)

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
lisad
posted 11/20/2008, comments (3)

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
HaveMercy

HaveMercy

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38 years old, diagnosed with RA and Lupus at 36
posted 11/05/2008, comments (9)

Starting Biologic Meds for RA / Lupus

I called my rheumy yesterday to tell of new pain that i am experiencing in the my shoulder and right hip.  He currently has me taking imuran as i was allergic to methotrexate, but to no avail.  As soon as he got my call yesterday, he set up an appointment for me to come in today to start a biologic med.  I do not know which one yet,... Read moreChevron
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