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Arthritis

Current topics:

• - Sjögren's syndrome and Rheumatoid Arthritis
  Has anybody been diagnosed with this ? I have all the symptoms x
• - Justifying yourself to other’s
  Does anybody seem to be justifying themselves to other people. As rheumatoid is unpredictable, it seems some people don’t understand.
• - RA & Sport: Types? Pain?
  Hi everyone,  I'm 35 years old and I was diagnosed with RA after two and a half years of excruciating pain and wondering. I have been on methotrexate for just over a month, no side effects (at least

Current topics:

• - Turmeric for RA - Opinions? Experiences?
  hi all been taking turmeric for the last 2 weeks and have found it very good for easing the pain and inflammation on my wrists and fatigue do not feel so tired anymore even though I get up at 4 in the
• - Side effects of methotrexate
  Hi im Jo. Ive been on methotrexate injection and cimzia injection for about 2 years now to treat inflammatory arthritis. I also have fibromyalgia and ulcerative colitis.  After having a growth remove
• - Methotrexate: experiences, opinions and advice
  Have you already been treated by methotrexate for your Rheumatoid Arthritis? If yes, tell other patients about your experience: what dosage were your prescribed, whether you have had any side effects,

Current topics:

• - Can my doctor take me off tramadol without an alternative?
  Can anyone tell me if my doctor can take me off tramadol without an alternative. I have spondylosis of spine and have such pain in my lower back, also my legs go like jelly and feel like they are goin
• - Anyone else taking Turmeric?
  I have been taking Turmeric for some 3 months now I have had arthritis for many years, and always suffered with a bloated stomach and terribly  belching, since taking the Turmeric, the bloating and t
• - Club Foot-I am looking for fellow clubbies?
  Good Morning, I am looking for others with club feet.  It does appear that there are only 6 of us on the whole of carenity so i am hoping i can bring us all together on this discussion. Thank you 

Current topics:

• - Rheumatoid Arthritis: Risks and Benefits of Chemotherapy Treatments
  Chemotherapy is most often associated with cancer treatment, but it is also used to treat rheumatoid arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder in which your own body mounts an immune a
• - 9 Arthritis Pain Relief Tips for Winter Weather
  Many arthritis sufferers complain of aching joints during the cold season. Whether the joint pain/weather connection is scientifically true or not, you can still use these arthritis pain-relief tips w
• - 16 Tips for Traveling With Rheumatoid Arthritis
  Whether you travel for business or pleasure, you know rheumatoid arthritis is one thing that will always come with you. But you can still go wherever you need or want to go. Make it easier on yourself

Current topics:

• - Where is your osteoarthritis?
  Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis and it most commonly occurs in the spine, hands, hips, and knees. Where does your osteoarthritis affect you? Is it just one location or several
• - Does your osteoarthritis feel worse in summer?
  Hi all, I've noticed I've had a lot more pain and swelling lately so it made me wonder if it's because of the summer weather? Has anyone else noticed that their OA gets worse in the heat or is it just
• - What helps you get through your OA?
  Since I've had this horrible OA I like most suffers find it so hard to get on with life,it's always been a struggle. It's in most my joints and as you all know the pain is just awlful,well my life ch

Current topics:

• - Have you tried acupuncture for osteoarthritis?
  Hi all, I hope you're all coping during this terrible period! My wife and I have recently gotten into more natural or alternative practices for our health (tai chi and meditation most notably) and we
• - Increased risk of getting COVID-19 by taking immunosuppressive drugs?
  Hello everyone, my wife has osteoarthritis and is being treated with biologic injections and a few other medications. I hope this hasn't already been discussed, but all the information I see indica
• - Weight management
  One of the treatments for osteoarthritis is weight management. Losing weight can decrease pressure on bones and cartilage, and thus reduce pain. Did you have to lose weight in order to improve your

Current topics:

• - 5 exercises for osteoarthritis in the hands
  Exercise is one of the best ways to manage osteoarthritis. Exercise strengthens your muscles, to reduce pressure made on joints, and helps joints move easier and remain lubricated. If you have osteoa
• - 12 Pain Relief Tips for Knee Osteoarthritis
  Medications — such as anti-inflammatories, intra-articular steroids, and hyaluronate injections — are often prescribed to treat osteoarthritis knee pain. However, natural remedies can also help pr
• - 9 Ways You Can Sleep Better with Osteoarthritis
  Osteoarthritis can cause pain at night as well as during the day, which can wake you up and make your sleep pattern irregular, which in its turn causes fatigue, more pain, etc. Good news, there are th