Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Group
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory, multisystem, autoimmune disorder. It is a disabling and painful condition which can lead to substantial loss of mobility due to pain and joint destruction. The disease is also systemic in that it often also affects many extra-articular tissues throughout the body including the skin, blood vessels, heart, lungs, and...
Hi, I've been away for a long time. We moved to Florida and had to go through the ordeal of finding a new rheumatologist. Now I'm on Humera and prednisone. I was taking Arava but stopped because I was away for 3 weeks and forgot it. I actually feel better than I have for years but my rheumy wants to change meds. I know the prednisone is probably what is helping but I really don't want to start a new med, especially because I was exposed to Hep B and this med warns it may cause it to flare. Any way nice to be back.
Sharon
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Hello everyone! I had this for lunch yesterday. I prepared it with things that I already had at home but I am learning how to eat as a Diabetic and I have other health problems too so it is challenging but possible. This actually didn't involve any cooking. I made a Diabetic friendly version of Peanut butter and jelly along with some fruit and microwaveable popcorn. So I used 1 slice of Sara Lee...
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Hi everyone! I have been away for a while I apologize. I have a new recipe that I wanted to share. I'm Diabetic so I had to change my diet, but it doesn't mean that I can't still enjoy good food. I have to watch my portion sizes and how much carbs I eat but I have found healthier ways to cook and enjoy many of my favorite foods! And I would be more than happy to share them with you. So lets get...