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Is is easy to get fatigued after two good days? It happens alot with me. Ii doesn't take much stress to set me back

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Mena, AR
January 20
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Is it easy to get fatigued after two good days, even with minimal stress?

Yes, this is a very common experience with rheumatoid arthritis. Fatigue from RA is unpredictable and can hit hard even after you've had a couple of better days. It's not just about being tired—it's a deep exhaustion that doesn't go away with rest.

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Is it easy to get fatigued after two good days, even with minimal stress?

Yes, this is a very common experience with rheumatoid arthritis. Fatigue from RA is unpredictable and can hit hard even after you've had a couple of better days. It's not just about being tired—it's a deep exhaustion that doesn't go away with rest.

Studies show that people with RA experience fatigue levels four to eight times higher than those without the condition. In fact, 93 percent of people with RA report fatigue as one of their main symptoms, and 70 percent say fatigue actually makes their RA worse.

A myRAteam member shared: "Sometimes I think the fatigue is worse than the pain." Another member described coming home from work or school, eating dinner, and falling asleep by 9 o'clock most nights.

The pattern you're describing—having good days followed by exhaustion—is typical. Even minimal stress can trigger a setback because RA fatigue is linked to inflammation levels, joint pain, sleep disturbances, and the emotional toll of managing a chronic condition.

If your fatigue is interfering with daily life or getting worse, it's worth discussing with your healthcare provider. They can check for other contributing factors like anemia or adjust your treatment plan to help manage your energy levels better.

January 20
A myRAteam Member

Fatigue can happen at any time for a multitude of reasons. Others here are mentioning medications, but fatigue is also a main symptom of RA. Your body thinks it's infected 24/7 and is pulling resources to help fight your joints. Make sure you aren't overexerting yourself during your good days, as that will set you up for a day of exhaustion.

January 21
A myRAteam Member

With all the side effects that is given on the tv ads you would think that people would realize that these drugs are dangerous.
The doctors prescribe these drugs at a drop of a hat. The drug reps go by the offices and leave samples so the doctors basically use the patients as guinea pigs. It used to be that the drugs were tested over a long period of time. Now with so called technology these drugs are put out quickly and to protect the drug companies they put out all these warnings. Most doctors do not know what all the side effects are. So if you don’t know the interactions with the drugs that you already on, it can be dangerous. The doctors don’t tell about blood clots, kidney failure etc. if you feel worse they expect you to call and make appointment if they have an opening.
Our motto is hurry up and wait!

January 21
A myRAteam Member

Fatigue is also a side effect from certain medications

January 21
A myRAteam Member

Gosh girl I take care of my husband
No longer can drive after back surgery did not work. He already had had a stroke and was on eliquis. Had to stop for surgery they did day surgery sent him home 2 days later stroke
He is good hard work 4 months rehab
Hoveround outside scooter for car and walker with lock bracks and a seat.
I said all that to say this
Just today 2 loads of laundry. Went to kroger ($133 so that tells how much I got) then stopped at $ tree. Have to get my cart to bring it in the house. Went to CVS it will take me 2 days to to recover. I am already feeling the fever and headache coming.
Sometimes I feel like I am too tired to chew.
Was born with bilateral clubfeet treated with ponsetti cast method then shoes
Now later life issues.
Fatigue with RA but OA is my pain.
I have to say my husband has push through this and know my limits too.
He can now dress himself except for his socks

January 20

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