Rheumatoid Arthritis - People Who Are Living With Rheumatoid Arthritis

fernando

posted 11/07/2009, comments (0)

feeling 100% better with homeopathic patches!

Hello, my name is Fernando and I have been suffering from rheumatoid arthritis for 3 years. I tried all types of RA medications and pain medications (oxicotin, embeda, etc) and nothing helped. The pain was intense at times and body became dependent on the pain medications. I heard about these homeopathic patches and decided to try them because I... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/04/2009, comments (6)

Giving & Receiving Care: The Challenges

I get by with a little help from my friends. - The Beatles What does it do to a relationship if you can't storm off in a huff after a fight with your significant other because you may need to help them go to the bathroom first? And what does it do to a relationship if you feel you can't get angry at your partner because you'll need to pee... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/29/2009, comments (18)

Anyone taking methotrexate and prednisone?

I went to see my rheum and she put me on methotrexate and prednisone and I was just wondering if anyone else is taking these kinds of meds or have taking them in the past and if there is anything I should know about them. I just started 2 days ago but I cant take the methotrexate yet because I am sick and she wants me to get better... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/29/2009, comments (10)

Experience with Ankylosing Spondilitis Onset

Hi, My son who is 13 was recently diagnosed with having a gene for SA but Rheumy said it does not mean that he will get it. However, he has been experiencing RA symptons in his hands and feet along with back pain and weakeness in his legs. It appears that it maybe the onset of AS? From what I have read it's difficult to diagnose... Read more Chevron

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Sara Nash

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posted 10/28/2009, comments (16)

Do We Look Sick to You?

The winter after I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis was one of the hardest for me. Living in New York City can be brutal no matter the season, but what made that winter even more difficult was the fact that because my disease was practically invisible; no stranger ever came to my rescue to open a door I couldn't push open or to give up a... Read more Chevron

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