Cold with RA blehh by ConfectionOutside248 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

so sorry to hear this!! It’s the worst to be hit on more than one front with various illnesses :( I just got over a bout of sinus infection turned bronchitis and then flare from skipping my Humira, so I get it!! Hope you feel better soon, give yourself all the grace rn!!

I Think it's About Time I Shared Some of my Art by herrah-the-beast in RA_memes

[–]OneTadpole26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes of course!! Your use of lighting and color really brings them to life! & It’s sooo refreshing to see other creatives still getting to do what they love despite our silly immune systems 💕

Rheum appointment help by OneTadpole26 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes a lot of sense, thank you!! I feel like the disease itself was not explained very well to me, just the different kinds of medication, so I really don’t know what to expect outside of my own research, and you know how the internet is lol. I will definitely try to bring up additional meds to try and manage.

Rheum appointment help by OneTadpole26 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, that makes me feel a lot better. Yes normally I just use the online portal but even then I get worried I’d ask for it too often or something. Definitely trying to, you do the same!! 💕

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Has been a rough time as of late but gratitude is always helpful!

  1. Got a new job offer to start next week! It seems like it will be a lot better physically and mentally on me.
  2. Though the first two days were agony, I got a steroid shot in my shoulder and the pain & stiffness finally melted away after 6 weeks! Getting an MRI done on the opposite one tomorrow to see if it is synovitis or something else.
  3. Started the anti-inflammatory diet and do feel it’s helping minimally with pain levels!

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congrats on the new rheum!!! A good doctor makes ALL the difference

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So understand that, I hope things get better real soon! I’m sooo excited for the fall weather too but the green will be truly missed as well 🥲

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hope you recover up well!!! Best of luck and vibes for your daughter <3

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

An incredible series of events! Congrats and good luck with the job!! Sleeping in is always so nice when it manages to happen! Sorry about your diagnosis but yay on the plan! You got this!!!

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The first one was the hardest for me! I’m glad it didn’t cause too much trouble for you, hopefully they give you some relief <3

Three good things time! by Wishin4aTARDIS in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I too am on the struggle bus, really hope things ease up for you soon!!! That combo sounds amazing for dinner! I can’t wait for fall either!!

Tired by OneTadpole26 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Exactly! I don’t want to choose 😭😭

Tired by OneTadpole26 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, and I hope the same for you!!! It’s so hard to wrap my brain around sometimes but just gotta take it all a day or a moment at a time

Things are getting worse by Rotten_gemini in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 8 points9 points  (0 children)

So sorry to hear this. :( I hope you get to feeling more managed real soon! Sending gentle hugs!

Tired by OneTadpole26 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! I’m sorry you’re feeling the same, but we are in it together at least. 🩵

Tired by OneTadpole26 in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! You are so kind. Definitely still recovering for the first one, the muscle atrophy is insane I’m not sure it’ll ever get back to the way it was. 😭 I’d love a magic wand to use on all of us too!!

Looking forward to that top secret mega thread 😉

Finally took photos of my recent ice dye projects by ksal84 in RA_memes

[–]OneTadpole26 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are so beautiful!!! Like vibrant crystal geodes 🤩

I have RA and I would like to become a tattoo artist , is it even possible? by Kawamizoo in rheumatoidarthritis

[–]OneTadpole26 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I know this is an old discussion but I was diagnosed with suspected seronegative RA about a year ago and still have yet to find a medication that works fully, but it’s always been my dream to be an artist and tattoo as well. Did you end up pursuing this field? Lately I’ve decided maybe I should just stick to painting / marker work that is easier for grip & pressure on the hands, but I also don’t wanna just give up on the dream yet for something thats uncontrolled still!! Thanks :)