Getting confusing RA messages on the internet
Finding helpful information about rheumatoid arthritis on the internet is not as hard as you might think.
Finding helpful information about rheumatoid arthritis on the internet is not as hard as you might think.
Finally, I am free of the negative pressure machine and all its tubing. It is a relief. My wound is still raw. It will take a long time to heal, but it is on its way.
My focus is back to my RA. It is a tough one.
Those of us with autoimmune diseases struggle constantly with our relationship with our drugs. Maybe it is time to stop struggling.
There are many RA paths. There are about 10% with mild disease. 10% with severe disease. The rest of us are somewhere in between. Changing. Progressive.
RA drugs may be toxic, but they are the choices we currently have to slow the progression of RA.
RA Fatigue is caused by the cytokines produced in the body by inflammation.
Pacing is one solution.
The RA biologics are wonder drugs for some. For the rest of us, they have pitfalls. Actemra causes MS. The JAK inhibitors cause cancer. What gives?
Our heat is normal for Albuquerque, except for the nighttime heat which is 30 degrees higher than normal. Shoulders wear out. Lap swimming is the culprit
We think of osteoporosis as something women get in old age. Women who have rheumatoid arthritis are also at higher risk for developing osteoporosis.
The biologic drugs for rheumatoid arthritis have risks. But for many who have RA, the risks are worth it. With proper precautions the drugs can be taken safely.