5 Steps to Dealing with an RA Diagnosis

Being diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis can be overwhelming and scary, but following these 5 steps can help you come to terms with your new diagnosis.

By The HealthCentral Editorial Team

Step 1: Accept

Step 1: Accept

It's going to take a while before you wrap your head around the fact that you really, truly will have RA for the rest of your life, but once you do, it will be easier for you to step out of grief and move on with your life.Shifting what you hope for to something that is attainable - such as remission with the help of some of the truly excellent meds that are now available - will help you frame your life in a way that nurtures success.

By The HealthCentral Editorial Team— Last Modified: 11/29/2012, First Published: 08/11/2011