If you’re living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), you know fatigue isn’t just “feeling tired.” It’s bone-deep exhaustion that no amount of sleep seems to fix. As a Rheumatology nurse practitioner, I’ve had countless patients tell me, “I can handle the joint pain, but this fatigue… it’s a whole different beast.” And honestly? I get it….
If you’ve ever had a patient look at you, eyes half-lidded, voice barely above a whisper, and say, “I’m just so tired… all the time,” then you already understand how deeply intertwined rheumatoid arthritis and the connection to autoimmune fatigue really is. As a Rheumatology Nurse Practitioner, I can’t count the number of times I’ve…
Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can feel like juggling too many balls, all while someone keeps adding more to the pile. If you’ve been wondering why you’re constantly tired, or why you feel like you’ve run a marathon after doing the dishes, you’re not alone. Let’s dive into how rheumatoid arthritis impacts your energy levels…