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...
Lynne
I actually told my best friend I envy her jumping up & just going. Heck I envy her scrubbing her tub when she wants.
Then again it could be worse right? It's hard but we can't let this define who we are.
You've had some tough times. I truly hope it gets better for you.
Here's to some good days a head.
Sammy
I remember when my RA journey first started I was mad at the world. This lasted for a long time only to abate somewhat now. Then the "it's not fair" comes into play once in a while. But I rely on the one saying that gets me through a lot in like - "it is what it is". This is the hand I was dealt so I just make do with what I have and try to get on with life.
Of course this is coming from me who only has RA and a couple other mild conditions - not nearly what you've shared with us that you've been through the past year.
You can yell "it's not fair" all you want!