Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be challenging enough, but did you know that not drinking enough water might make your symptoms worse? Dehydration doesn’t directly cause RA, but it can affect how your joints feel and how well your body handles inflammation. If you’re managing RA, staying properly hydrated might be more important than…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) means more than just managing pain. It’s about understanding your symptoms, noticing patterns, and finding what works best for your body. One helpful tool is journaling — writing things down to track how you feel. Journaling can help you and your healthcare team make better decisions, spot flare-ups early, and…
As someone who’s worked as a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner for years, I’ve seen firsthand how tricky it can be to manage rheumatoid arthritis (RA). And let’s face it—there are so many unpredictable factors that can make it even more challenging. One of the most common questions I get from my patients is about weather and…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can be challenging, and it brings a unique set of hurdles when it comes to social situations. Whether you’re meeting friends for a casual lunch or attending a family gathering, navigating these moments with RA requires a blend of communication, self-awareness, and sometimes, a bit of extra planning. As someone…
Summer can be brutal when you have rheumatoid arthritis (RA). The sweltering heat, relentless humidity, and soaring temperatures can make joint pain and fatigue even worse. If you’ve ever found yourself dreading summer because of RA flares, trust me, you’re not alone. As someone who has spent years helping patients navigate these seasonal struggles, I’ve…
Pregnancy is a beautiful yet challenging time, full of excitement and anticipation. But if you’re dealing with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) on top of the usual pregnancy symptoms, things can get a little tricky. You might be wondering, “How do I manage rheumatoid arthritis during pregnancy without affecting my health or my baby’s?” Well, let me…
Hey there! If you’re reading this, chances are you or someone you know is dealing with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Whether you’ve just been diagnosed or you’ve been living with it for years, you’re probably wondering how to protect your joints from rheumatoid arthritis damage. Trust me, I totally get it – as someone who’s spent…
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is no joke. It can sneak up on you when you least expect it and leave you feeling like you’ve been hit by a truck. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve either experienced a flare-up yourself or you know someone who has. It’s that sudden, painful swelling and stiffness in the…
Traveling with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can seem like a huge challenge, but trust me, it doesn’t have to keep you from exploring the world. I get it — you want to travel, but you also know that RA can throw a wrench in your plans sometimes. But here’s the thing: with a little planning and…