Connect with others who understand.

  •   Learn from expert-reviewed resources
  •   Real advice from people who’ve been there
  •   People who understand what you’re going through
Sign Up Log In
All Resources Treatments A-Z Personal Assistant Help Center Crisis
Powered By
Real members of myRAteam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Who here has been diagnosed with diabetes because of this disease?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Utah

What I mean is because of being down so much.

May 9, 2025
 · 
Reactions

Answer Summary

Members opened up about being diagnosed with diabetes alongside autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, with several... Read more

Members opened up about being diagnosed with diabetes alongside autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and lupus, with several sharing that their diagnoses came at different stages and for different reasons, including elevated A1C levels, weight changes, and family history. Several members described treatment approaches that worked for them, including dietary changes, medications like Ozempic, and the importance of regular A1C monitoring and finding a doctor who takes testing seriously. A recurring theme was the intersection of fatigue, weight fluctuations, and the challenge of managing multiple chronic conditions at once, with members offering each other reassurance and practical tips like increasing physical activity and reducing refined carbs.

myRAteam

There are several ways that RA can increase the risk of developing diabetes. When you have RA, joint pain and inflammation can make it harder to stay physically active. This reduced activity level can contribute to developing diabetes over time.

Additionally, some common RA treatments like corticosteroids (such as predniso Show Full Answer

There are several ways that RA can increase the risk of developing diabetes. When you have RA, joint pain and inflammation can make it harder to stay physically active. This reduced activity level can contribute to developing diabetes over time.

Additionally, some common RA treatments like corticosteroids (such as prednisone) can raise blood sugar levels and affect how your body processes sugar, potentially leading to diabetes. The good news is there are ways to help manage this risk. Working with your healthcare team to find the right balance of medications is important. Some RA medications like methotrexate and hydroxychloroquine may actually help lower the chances of developing diabetes while still controlling inflammation. Even with joint pain, finding ways to stay as active as possible within your comfort level can help reduce your risk.

May 9, 2025
A myRAteam Member

I was diagnosed with Diabetes about four years ago. I changed doctors and I was over 65 and overweight and the new Dr. never once checked my A1C. I changed doctors after that. They eventually put me on Ozempic and I've lost 25 lbs. since last November.

May 9, 2025
A myRAteam Member

I was diagnoses with Diabetes 15 years ago, before my RA/Lupus diagnosis. I do think both cause me issues with fatigue and weight.

May 10, 2025
A myRAteam Member

I have an A1c test next week.
Thank you both for responding. It helps.

May 9, 2025
A myRAteam Member

Thank you Lori237!

May 14, 2025

Related Questions

View All

Spinal Stenosis anyone?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Galloway, OH
November 17, 2018

Other autoimmune diseases? What do you have?

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Orlando, FL
December 30, 2015

You’ve Just Been Diagnosed With Rheumatoid Arthritis. Now What?
How My Service Dog Has Changed My Life With RA
My Perspective: What Has Rheumatoid Arthritis Given Me?