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Despite all of these negatives, it is possible to travel, both safely and enjoyable, if you have RA. The key is in the planning. Take care of as much of the hard work involved in travel as you can ...
How to keep RA biologics cold while traveling But if you are still feeling nervous after that – never fear! I have traveled all over the United States and to China, Australia, and Spain with my Enbrel ...
Juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), now called juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), impacts an estimated 300,000 children in the U.S. (about 1 in every 1,000). 1 While a challenging diagnosis, newer ...
I’ve spent my whole life with joint pain, swelling, and stiffness. In my younger years, it was chalked up to growing pains or injuries from being athletic. It wasn’t until I was 30 years old and ...
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) symptoms can vary from person to person and can even change from day to day. In people with RA, the body’s immune system attacks the healthy tissues inside the joints. This ...
Those of us who have rheumatoid arthritis (RA) tend to be quite familiar with the standard laundry list of symptoms associated with this condition, like pain, joint swelling, and fatigue. Living with ...
Truthfully, hair loss was the big one for me. Although admittedly a bit vain, I was really worried my already thin hair would become even thinner. As a young mom in her 30s, that felt a little scary ...
Factors to consider when choosing clothingI dealt with some of these concerns by doing a lot of research about baby gear during my first pregnancy. And, in the nearly two years that I have been a mom, ...
Have you considered joint replacement? Did you factor in your age when making the decision? Did your doctor give you a speech about joint failure and longevity? Is there a perfect time for surgery? A ...
High costs of medications and healthcare Even if you do have insurance, you still have to pay copays, coinsurance, and, of course, the cost of insurance itself. Then, there is the concern of whether ...
Bone damage is unpredictable in RA RA can be ruthless. In the attacks it makes on the joints, the bones can lose their place and become unstable. Unfortunately, the damage to the bones is ...
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