Hi. I am Nicky. Just over a year since my diagnosis. I have a lot of weight to lose to help me with my RA battle.:flowerforyou: looking for inspiration and understanding.

Hi, Just recently diagnosed with RA ...48 years old...between that and menopause I am now 35 pounds overweight...Never had to worry about my weight before. Lots of changes happening and trying to wrap my mind around it all. Feel better when I workout, but don't always have the energy to. Doctor says I will have to take meds for the rest of my life. Not happy about that! Have colitis also, which I take meds for. Grrr... I am going to get through this ..am hoping to find inspiration and tips to get through! Thanks!

Im Sonya, 43, was dx with RA, OA, Fibro about 4 years ago. Im sure there is more to add to the list. Im on prozac, plaquenil, amitrypiline, ibuprofen and I dont know that any of it really works. Im in pain alot of time. Im overweight, sick and tired. I try and watch what I eat, try and exercise, but its hard.

I just turned 30 in October. I was diagnosed with RA in March of this year. And recently found out I have some osteoarthritis in my feet. I was really upset and frustrated by the news. Last summer i was running, riding horses and generally in good health. I got shingles in November, and had basically been having a flare up from then until I was diagnosed. I was scared. My doctor thought I might have MS. Then lupus was suggested. I guess part of me was relieved it was RA. I have one of the best doctors in Canada. She basically taught all the other Rheumatologists in Canada. She but me on methotrexate, vimovo,plaquenil and folic acid. I've found the methotrexate really upsets my stomach, so I'm probably going to get switched to injections. I see a physiotherapist, and she says I'm allowed to ride a bicycle. So right now, I'm making that my main exercise. Along with some light strength training. Thats my story so far. Anyone can feel free to friend me. I log daily

Hi! I'm Jamie. I'm almost 38. I weigh 190 lbs.
I have RA, SLE Sjogren's, Hashimoto's and Chronic Fatigue.
My meds are....Drum roll....
Prednisone, Plaquinel, Folic Acid, Methotrexate, Rituxan Infusions, Cytomel, Levothyroxine, Fentanyl patch, Dilaudid, and Wellbutrin.
I have climbed the weight ladder up and down up and down since about 2010. Before that, I was always around 160.
Today, My PCP prescribed me Phentermine. I was SHOCKED!! He thinks with my fatigue and spending 80% of my life in bed, that the pick me up might help me lose some weight and give me some energy. My knees are BAD with the RA. I have terrible morning stiffness and all day aches and pains.
I could really use some support in my journey. I'd appreciate anyone who is up for it!

Good luck keep moving! I'd be interest to see how the injections work.

Hi, I was diagnosed with RA approximately 4 years ago. Tried methotrexate..made me sick. Have been on leflunomide and that seems to be ok. I take 10 mg every other day. I also take a B-complex. I have been taking meds for collagenous colitis also. fought with the Dr. about the medications. They suggested Humira at one point and refused. The lack of motivation that comes along with all of this is very frustrating!!!

Nice to meet you all! Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!!

Hello, my name is Sara and I have RA. I've been on many different meds over the years with no luck whatsoever. Began working with a functional nutritionist and was able to improve significantly. Currently take Plaquenil to help manage leftover inflammation, and diclofenac occasionally for pain. I am working on getting my weight down now. Just finished a 5k this weekend, the last mile was very painful but I pushed and I finished!