As I sit here typing this, I'm struggling as my fingers and wrists are swollen, stiff and terribly sore. I woke up early because I cannot stay in bed for very long. I am feeling exhausted.
I was diagnosed with RA last year, this is only my second "flare". I am in between insurance right now and cannot see my Rheumatologist :big tear:
I guess what my question is to those with RA:
How do you cope?
I can barely wipe my own bum (when I do, my wrist creaks and pops and hurts) or get dressed. I use a computer at work and barely have the strength to press the keys down with my fingers. I wake up every morning crying. I know it's taking a toll on my partner as well.
I am 22. Any advice?
2007-11-22
02:10:52
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missparkette
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