New to the group

[Norma_Back]

Hi I'm new to the group,I have had RA for 9 years. Besides the pain,swelling n fatigue,it has almost destroyed my lungs,heart n kidneys. I try to keep a positive attitude,n remember there's people in much worse shape than me! Looking forward to hearing everyone's stories!!

[Norma_Back]

I also wanted to add I'm 51,n have osteoporosis,n fibromyalga n a long list of other ailments! I believe in prayer,may not always get the answer we wont,but I'm sure we have ra for some reason we just don't understand!!

[Dandylioness]

Ouch! I'm sorry for your troubles.

[jewel8888]

Hi Norma, glad to have you in our group. I was diagnosed at 30 and am 45 now. Now on a Humira a year and have stayed on methotrexate since I was 30. When I stop methotrexate I get very sick all over. I have psoriatic arthritis too. My doctor s say its eating me up all in my spine and starting my organs. I am now allergic to prednisone. We get thru this ugly disease together. Best wishes for you to feel well!!!

[leeniebeanie726]

My name is Colleen, I was diagnosed in 2007 , I've been having issues with my lungs , and kidneys, idk what my rheumatologist is going to have me do . Seems to always be something going on .

[Tizzyliz67]

It's amazing there are so many of us having RA. As I was growing up I was super athletic, I coach m-f 2/3 hours a day. I just can't give in, I have my days but I refuse to let it win!!!! I am a competitor. And I refuse to roll over! I need to exercise more and eat better that will be my new challenge to conquer. Thanks for sharing everyone!!