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Can you have RA in your hips.

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Moore Haven, FL

The doctor told me years ago it was bursitis but is that a form of RA or some other arthritis?

November 17, 2020
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A myRAteam Member

Yes, if I'm having a flare it will act up. Laying down to sleep gets challenging. The best thing I have found is to sleep with a pillow under it and icy hot. I try not to sit too long because it seems to make the aching worse.

November 19, 2020
A myRAteam Member

Yes you can have it in all joints .

November 17, 2020
A myRAteam Member

Yes. I'll keep you in my prayers. Love and hugs

November 17, 2020
A myRAteam Member

I'll keep you in my prayers. Love and hugs

November 19, 2020
A myRAteam Member

I'll keep you in my prayers. Love and hugs

November 19, 2020

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