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Workplace Advice for Non-Understanding of Rheumatoid Arthritis Member Discussion

April 20, 2014 Workplace advice? A Chick wrote in: I was wondering if any fellow chicks have advice on RA in the workplace? I am a domiciliary care worker whilst also juggling going to college. My workplace doesn't seem to understand that my condition limits the amount of hours I can work due to fatigue [...]

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February 6 We've had a few members that have had questions or worries about becoming an adopted parent or foster parent with their diagnosis and disability. They are wondering if any one has gone through the process RA onset and did it affect the process in anyway. They want to start a family but are [...]

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January 15, 2013 Niki writes: I have a question for those of you who have lost a significant amount of weight since onset. I figured as I got smaller my joints would be happier with less stress on them but it seems they are missing their added padding which is making it harder to find [...]

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ra chicks chat member questions and discussions archival project for women with rheumatoid arthritis

January 13, 2013 Niki wrote: One RA Chick is going gluten free with her diet and was wondering if that dietary change has helped any of you with your RA symptoms. Thoughts and experiences? Thank you in advance for taking the time to help her out and answer her message. Sharing your experiences is greatly [...]

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January 13, 2013 One Chick is asking for your feedback on medications while breast feeding: I am on Prednisone and hydroxychloroquine combo that's not working. I am thinking about going on Enbrel, however I am breast feeding and ideally would like to continue breastfeeding. She is 12 months old an very healthy. Would you be [...]

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January 8, 2013 One of our Chicks was wondering if: 1. Any of you have purchased this Tai Chi for Arthritis DVD from the Arthritis Foundation ? 2. have you benefited from it? She is interested in getting the DVD but wanted some feedback first. Get DVD from Arthritis Foundation online store here. Thank you [...]

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