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merlinscharm is hanging in there today. Wish I was home in bed.
I found out I had arthritis in 2002 and I'm dealing fairly well.

I have been dealing with RA since 2002. It has changed my life and...

08/23/12

Do RA affect major organs like the lungs or heart?

I woke up this morning and I'm finding it very difficult to breath. The muscles appear to be fine ( no stiffness or pain to touch or outside pain) and I don't have a cough or cold but it sure feels like I have been coughing my head off. Any help would be appreciated.

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