Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Introduce yourself and meet others

Posted by Kanaaz Pereira, Connect Moderator @kanaazpereira, Mar 30, 2017

Let's talk about living with rheumatoid arthritis.
As moderator of the Autoimmune Diseases group, I noticed that several people were talking about RA, but those conversations were scattered throughout the community. I thought I would start this discussion to bring us all together in one place.

Let’s grab a cup of tea, or beverage of choice, and let's chat. Why not start by introducing yourself?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Autoimmune Diseases Support Group.

jana13 | @jana13 | 1 day ago

My name is Jan, l am 78 years old living with Spondyloarthritis and
RA. I have Chronic Kidney Disease so l am not able to take NSAIDS. I survive on Tylenol and Voltarin. I tried Celebrex for a few days and it made me feel awful so l stopped. My physical therapist wants me to use a heating pad when l’m in my chair and it does help. My rheumatologist mentioned maybe using a biologic, but l take one for my asthma and she doesn’t think my insurance would like me taking another one.
It’s frustrating that l can’t take care of my house the way l like. Anyone have something that helps. My rheumatologist is open to anything l suggest.