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Posted 2/13/2018 10:25 PM (GMT 0)
I am new to this. I am not exactly an athlete but up until about eight months ago I was pretty active for my age. Long story short, after a disastrous bout at the gym which resulted in significant soft tissue damage, I got the RA diagnosis just after Thanksgiving. Oh, and I had JUST started the MTX when I got shingles. My weight has dropped, mostly muscle loss. My activity level is pathetic. I am only 62 and not ready for this. I have a horse and I need to ride, but life lately is hard. I guess what I want to know is, Am I going to be normal again? Am I going to get my life back? Will the RA pain and swelling diminish to the point I can get the injuries repaired and be able to go into my 70s with strength and enthusiasm? I know there are a lot of people who are a lot worse off, but I need to know that this tunnel has a light at the end. Thanks.
Posted 2/16/2018 12:10 PM (GMT 0)
Hi and welcome to the site
first Sorry to hear of your diagnosis it is hard for Anyone but especially when you are physically active
I can only tell you the answer my Doctor gave me nearly 30 yrs ago when I was sitting in his Doctors Surgery a fit active 28 yr old, I asked virtually the same thing you are and he answered with:

" how long is a piece of string "

when I looked at him oddly , he said - it depends on the string
and that unfortunately is true No one really knows and Every one is Different, treatments are different how you respond to them what level of RA you have & if you have any other underlying illnesses ect ect

one thing i do know is Your life will change and you will have to change with it you might get a good response to treatment you might not but if you can keep as much activity as possible With Out Over Doing it then it will help also see if you can get into a Physio or Ocupational Theripist they can be a great source of info
i wish you well & hope you can keep on the site as you go thru your journey
Posted 2/16/2018 5:02 PM (GMT 0)
Bad Day, thank you for your insight. I probably would have wanted to smack your doctor for that "piece of string " quip but there is likely truth in it. Most of what I will be is up to me. The rest is what God gives. Blessings to you on your journey.
Posted 2/26/2018 7:26 AM (GMT 0)
Luck and hope to you as well. I can't imagine trying to raise children and take care of a household with this. I hope you have support, I pray you find solutions.
Posted 2/27/2018 1:48 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Blossom,

If you are like many of us, you will have great days, ok days, and days you cannot get out of bed. I try to go with the flow, and do what I can based on how I feel. I can walk for 4 miles one day, and two days later, need to use my walker. I am 62, also and inside feel like a 30 year old. Sometimes I feel as though I cannot take it anymore.

For me, that’s an exception. I usually go months without a flare, but I got sick at Christmas and am still sick at the end of Feb. RA messes with your immune system.

Try a different diet of foods, ask about D3, and read up. I think coming here helps.
Posted 2/27/2018 4:45 AM (GMT 0)
Patty 123, thanks for your words. I am currently doing without foods in the nightshade family, and taking Diclofenac to help with inflammation. And I am trying hard to keep moving!
Posted 4/13/2018 12:16 AM (GMT 0)
Blossom13 - there is hope. The body is made to repair itself. RA is an auto-immune disorder. So anything that goes into the body to create more inflammation needs to be looked at. Nutrition - clean food organic or at least no pesticides/herbicides. Clean water. Lots of greens, little meat and organic. I use the Biomat to sleep on and during the day whenever the body is asking for more. It is recommended for arthritis. You can watch a Power Point about it on www.UniversalBiomat.com
Posted 4/13/2018 12:46 AM (GMT 0)
Thank you, I do try to watch what I eat. I will check out the Biomat. Blessings!
Posted 4/14/2018 7:54 PM (GMT 0)
Visit this specific website for a free consultation: www.UniversalBiomat.com Great support for purchase and use for your condition etc.
Posted 4/15/2018 12:01 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks.
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