New Member - not new to RA

[Teresa F.]

Hi,
I am a 35 year old woman who lives in Buffalo, NY. I have had RA for 30 years now. In the last year I have a had a hip replacement and triple arthrodesis on my right foot. I am still recovering from the foot surgery and now my other hip is starting to give out. I'm sure it's only a matter of time before that has to be replaced as well. I am usually a very active person but in the last few years, I'm really deteriorating. I feel very depressed most days. It's a very slow recovery from this surgery and I thought it might help to talk to others who have the same disease.

Thanks!

[Thorn]

New to the forum. New to RA. It's everywhere. My entire body with exception of my hips. I am 50. I have chemical allergies and it's impossible for me to take the normal drugs that help RA. I have had Fibromyalgia for five years. I take Vicodin ES and the best antidepressant I can take is Effexor XR because it's not only a serotonin uptake inhibitor, but also a norepinephrine uptake inhibitor, along with ativan I have no depression, just feel horrible all the time that I cannot do anything anymore.

My advice is to stay as positive as possible. Pray a lot, and always keep your doctor informed to anything different. I wish you, and Teresa all the hope and health you can find and may you both find peace with this horrible situation. I have made my peace with it through prayer, a great husband, and family that supports me in every way and my best friend that keeps me laughing!...Teresa you are right, laughter helps!...

[sandy warby]

Hi I'm sandy,
Newly diagnosed with dreaded RA - any help / info would be appreciated.

[jamey]

HI

I am new to the forum, I am a 28 year old female living with RA.
Just stopping by to say hello and see you guys around