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I was just diagnosed in June of this year with RA.  I had been having pain in my feet, hands, and fingers for several months and finally decided to go to the doctor.  Lab was done and they performed a RA Factor test and an Anti CCP test.  Both were positive but my sed rate was within range.  My RA Factor results were 242 and the Anti CCP was greater than 100.   Maybe you could have your family physician run these two tests.  It's my understanding that since both of my test results were high, I'm more likely to have a severe form of RA.    I'm currently taking 1,000 mg Naprosen, 2,000 mg Sulfasalazine, 40 mg Prilosec, and will start methotrexate next week and Enbrel after the first of the year.  I have discomfort all the time and am looking forward to "relief".    It is my prayer that you'll find relief soon.