Journal

This si week 2 of my latest RA flare.  This is the first time I've had significant shoulder problems, and it sucks!  There's just no way to get comfortable.  My hips and ankles are aching too.  Saw my podiatrist this afternoon to follow up on MRI of L foot and ankle and get fitted for new orthotics.  The MRI showed that my ankle and midfoot joints are absorbing a lot of stress, but no fracture yet.  There's fluid behind my ankle and a small cyst at the end of my talus.  Hopefully, a stiffer orthotic will help my ankle stay straight and take some pain off.  Dr. Lilja mentioned having my ankle fused, but we'll leave that a lone for now.