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Albuquerque, NM
December 20, 2023
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Members responded to a question about having multiple conditions alongside rheumatoid arthritis, with the overwhelming consensus being that... Read more

Members responded to a question about having multiple conditions alongside rheumatoid arthritis, with the overwhelming consensus being that autoimmune diseases rarely travel alone, often bringing companions like osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia, Sjögren's syndrome, osteoporosis, degenerative disc disease, and diabetes. Many community members described managing extensive medication regimens using pill boxes, frequent ER visits, chronic pain, and the mental toll of juggling multiple diagnoses, yet they consistently emphasized the importance of staying positive, setting limits, and not letting their conditions define or defeat them. A recurring theme was the warrior mindset, with members encouraging each other through prayer, humor, and the shared understanding that while the journey is exhausting and painful, they refuse to stop living or lose faith.

A myRAteam Member

Besides RA I HAVe O.A.,Type 2 diabetes,degenative disc in spine and cervical area, off balance issues and neturapaty in my toes.Its so hard at times but I keep going and praying.

February 29, 2024
A myRAteam Member

Like they say, autoimmune diseases like to travel with friends. I have RA, DDD, Osteoarthritis, Osteopenia, SA and PMR. I'm sure that's not the whole list. Like so many here I have a pill box full every day. It is just a way of life for me and I do what I can and pray for the best. I know others have it much worse.

December 28, 2023
A myRAteam Member

I have degenerative disc disease, along with the RA, and some osteoarthritis in my lower back as well. I read somewhere that having one autoimmune condition makes a person more likely to have another one. I guess "misery loves company!"

March 4, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I have Osteoarthritis and Lupus and Endometriosis. Thankfully the Endometriosis is effecting me less and less as I'm hitting menopause. In my research I have found many references to autoimmune diseases coming in pairs or threes. I pray that this is all for me as I have 3 now. Sending you love and light ❤️ ✨️

February 24, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I have RA and Crohns. On Humira for both

January 16, 2024

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