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audrey33

hello I am new and have just found out i have got R/A so if any one has any ideas i am open to listen to them the thing i am finding hard to deal with is the pain and having to ask can you help me do this as i have always been the one to help others.

sorry going on a little but will look for any good ideas keep safe everyone

suncatcher

Hi welcome to the site I have RA also take one day at a time. remember if you cannot do something one way there is another and gadgets which help.
Asking for help is hard and i find i have to explain myself as it is not obvious to other people which is very fustrating.
I have found different things to do to help take my mind off the pain.
like music which lifts my spirits comedy vidios audio books for days when my arms and hand hurt so much i cannot lift a book. I cannot always do the house work like i used to i do some for twenty minuits then rest or do something less energetic. some thing other people in my house i will get them to do. I have small bean bags for my arms to rest on. the list is endless. find out as much as possible about the disease this has helped me feel more in control and enabled. I joined a support group and no longer feel alone as there ar other people out there who are suffering and i look out for new ideas all the time this site is a good support ad everyone is friendly you will find help on here anyway once again welcome to the site from joanne price

magenta

Hello Audrey,
Welcome to the site
Everyone here is very nice so ask anything you want and I'm sure someone will be able to help. I've got seronegative arthritis and OA of jaw. Are you on any meds yet?
Take care,
Magenta x

eckstardeluxe

Hi Audrey

Welcome aboard, this is a terrific site, you will meet some lovely people on here who have loads of useful tips and advice to give you. I have OA so can't really help but there are lots on here who have RA and will really help you. Take care, Alex

redpoppy

hi audrey,welcome to the site.you will get a lot of support off the people on here as we are the ones who know what it feels like and what your going through.we are always here to help.i would say to you listen to your body,if your having a bad day try and take it easy.dont be ashamed to ask people to help you if you need it.im sure your friends and family would rather you ask for their help than see you struggle.it does take a lot to do when you uesd to careing for others.

skezier

Hi Audrey,
Welcome to the site and I can only echo what the others have said. I reacon you should think it's time they all helped you and ask away! Take care

woodbon

Hello Audrey,
Glad you found the site. Everyone is very helpful and full of ideas!

I have O.A of the neck and spine, hands, hips, and carpel tunnel, just to complete the list, but its always popping up somewhere new :!:
Nothing useful to add to what the others say, just post if you want to talk or find something worrying or hard to do. You'll get lots of ideas. Love Sue

jackie1955

Welcome Audrey
It seems I have RA too, it all comes as a shock doesn't it? :shock:
I havent started any meds yet, hoping that when I do things will start to improve.

Initially I was feeling very worried and scared when I found out what was wrong with me - but finding this site has really helped me come to terms with things.
Everyone understands just what your going through physically and emotionally, its like a little club (although none of us wanted to be members :!:

Jackie x

livinglegend

audrey33 wrote:

hello I am new and have just found out i have got R/A so if any one has any ideas i am open to listen to them the thing i am finding hard to deal with is the pain and having to ask can you help me do this as i have always been the one to help others.

sorry going on a little but will look for any good ideas keep safe everyone

It is a sudden shock to need help when you have always helped others. But, having RA means that others now help you. Don't be afraid to ask for help if you need it, you are ill and others, especially family/friends, will in time realise that you are not as fit and active as you were. Only do what you are able to do and otherwise you

There are many ideas and thoughts in previous posts which it is worth while having a look through. However, if you feel like a long rant anytime then put it in words on this forum. We are here to listen and help if possible.

Joseph 8)

colinone

hi audrey
A big welcome to the site there is nothing i can add apart from you have found a great bunch of people who will support you through your ups and downs. Take Care
Colin