@kellyhahn1 Thanks for reaching out. I think I mentioned I was a member of Mayo Connect prior to my husband's RA diagnosis. He was recently diagnosed (5-6 wks) and is just starting medication. His ITP was diagnosed 8-9 years ago and has had no flare ups and great cbc tests after he had 8 months of Rituxan infusions. That was a scary time for us. Not knowing if the infusions would work. I balanced between caring for my husband and taking care of myself. I just wouldn’t let myself think anything negative. With the RA, I find myself observing him for signs of pain and exhaustion. We talk about how he is feeling, etc. Things are different, but doable. I have my own changes since my colon re-section which he has had to adjust to, so we both realize that’s part of a disease process. It’s early days for both of us. Just have to see how he does with the medication. virgo