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My new consultant has decided that I don’t have RA, which I was diagnosed with 7 years ago. How can 0-ve RA suddenly change to OA or fibrom?

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England, AR
August 5, 2025
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A myRAteam Member

Just as a follow up . I ended the trial and went back on the Olumiant. Itches gone away…. Thank goodness.
I will be discussing it all with my rheumatologist next month. maybe I do have some kind of psoriasis but for the moment I’m just thankful not to be so itchy and as you said maybe the treatment would just be the same.

August 31, 2025
A myRAteam Member

For years my Rumi treated me for "Poly Arthritis". It wasn't until last year when my Dermatologist diagnosed me with Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis that he finally felt like there was a definitive diagnosis! He treated me with RA drugs the whole time though.

August 10, 2025
A myRAteam Member

I am beginning to wonder if I have had the same miss diagnosis. I was diagnosed with zero negative 10 years ago and spent the first few of those trying treatments which either didn’t work or the side effects were terrible . The last 2 have been on Olumiant which have almost removed all my pain but still I have fatigue . With the idea that the drug is causing the fatigue the dr has stopped it for a trial. Now I’m sooo itchy I can’t think! No extra joint pain though?? Do I really have RA or something else??Not sure what to think.

August 7, 2025
myRAteam

This must be a concerning and confusing situation. It's important to know that having seronegative RA (testing negative in blood work) can make diagnosis more challenging, but it doesn't mean you don't have RA. Some people with RA are diagnosed based on clinical symptoms rather than blood tests.

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This must be a concerning and confusing situation. It's important to know that having seronegative RA (testing negative in blood work) can make diagnosis more challenging, but it doesn't mean you don't have RA. Some people with RA are diagnosed based on clinical symptoms rather than blood tests.

Getting a second opinion in this situation would be very appropriate. You know your body best, and it's normal to seek confirmation about your diagnosis, especially given your 7-year history with RA. When seeking another opinion, consider:
• Bringing your complete medical history, including past test results
• Keeping a detailed symptom journal
• Looking for a rheumatologist who specializes in early-stage detection
• Asking your primary care doctor for recommendations
• Checking if your insurance covers second opinions

Remember that diagnostic tools aren't always 100% accurate, and getting confirmation from another specialist can help resolve any doubt about your condition.

August 5, 2025

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