Dry, Cracked, and Very ParchedA few years ago, I presented with blurry vision and a weird sensation of people moving away from me while I looked...reactions4comments
4 Self-Advocating TipsWhen suffering from such a mysterious illness, you are often required to see multiple doctors that specialize in different things. I can...reactions4comments
Brain Fog: The Impact of RA on Mental FunctioningResults from the 2019 RA In America Survey showed that 61 percent of survey participants living with RA experienced brain fog within...reactionscomments
Using Assistive DevicesAxial spondyloarthritis can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in the back and hips along with other joints such as the knees, shoulder...reactionscomments
Reflecting on My 2 Year AS Diagnosis-versaryFebruary 27th, 2020 marked the two year anniversary of the day I was diagnosed with ankylosing spondylitis. I call it my diagnosis-versary...reactions5comments
Other Health Conditions Experienced Alongside LupusThe journey to receiving a lupus diagnosis can be a long one. The symptoms of lupus can be nonspecific and overlap with...reactionscomments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
10 Things You Should Know About Clinical TrialsEach year thousands of clinical trials occur. Learning about clinical trials can feel like you are learning a new language. The good...reactionscomments
I Advocated for Myself and I’m ProudI’ve kind of been in a medical limbo since September. My biologic drug, Inflectra (a Remicade biosimilar) has stopped working at the...reactions1comment
Processing Opinions and Advice 101: UnknownsIt is a truth universally acknowledged that some people in possession of opinions and advice cannot keep these precious "pearls of wisdom" to themselves...reactions2comments
FDA Makes Way for Experimental Drugs to Fight COVID-19On March 19, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved the testing of two drugs, chloroquine (hydroxychloroquine) and remdesivir, to treat...reactionscomments
Today Was a Tough DayToday was a tough day. I woke up at 5:30 am only to toss and turn until my alarm went off at...reactions2comments
Privacy Concerns When Using Telehealth ServicesTelehealth has become a popular way to see a doctor. Today, you can get many health services remotely. And, some studies show...reactionscomments
How Do I Find Virtual Health Services?It can be overwhelming to figure out how to find telehealth services, especially if you do not already have a doctor. But...reactionscomments
Preparing for a Virtual Visit with Your DoctorVisiting your doctor online is a great way to get healthcare if you are not able to go in person. You can...reactionscomments
A Look at the Services Virtual Care OffersTelehealth or virtual care can be used to access many different types of health services. To get started, talk to your doctor...reactionscomments
Feeling Behind Because Of ASSince being diagnosed with AS back in 2018, I’ve felt a lot of different ways about it. I’ve felt grief, gratitude, depression...reactions2comments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactionscomments
How AS Has Affected My Financial SituationI’ve struggled a lot financially since my symptoms of AS first started. As I’ve mentioned before, I had to quit my job...reactions5comments
ACR Guidelines For Infusions During COVID-19New guidelines from the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) recommend ways to manage infusion services during the COVID-19 pandemic. They also explain...reactionscomments
