Yes yes and yes. I'm on birth control now --vaginal ring--and no longer get flares pre period. My doc said there are anecdotal correlations between flares but every woman with ra I've talked to has them.

Here's a good morning song. You can't hear it but just imagine.....lol

My rheumatologist told me that there is a hormonal connection for women, and to expect it to get worse/better at certain times in my cycle. There have been studies into the relationship between estrogen, progesterone, and RA (e.g. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/6859063)

Tell your Dr. you feel he/she is ignoring this question and you need answers. That is what you are paying him/her for whether it be thru your insurance or your money.

Yes right before my period I flare up bad.