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I have several issues I need help with to see if they are RA related & if any of you experience(d) these & what you do/did about them.

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Frankfort, KY

For about a week now I’ve had mild to bad dizzy spells. I’m a senior, so my first worry is about a possible fall and injury. Last night I had my worst dizziness. I laid down in bed and I swear my bed flew all over the room for 10 seconds or so. Afterward, I don’t know if I was scared or if I was having heart palpitations from the experience. They didn’t last long, but long enough to concern me. Then, all night long my neck was hurting very so much it woke me up numerous times in pain. When I… read more

June 2
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A myRAteam Member

You can also get different types on the Internet. Most of them seem to work well I fill it with warm water and a bit of that probiotic.

June 3
A myRAteam Member

I put a little bit in my water flosser to hope this helps

June 3 (edited)
A myRAteam Member

Hi that sounds like you are having a hard time have you been to the dentist 🦷 and tall when there is a mouth probiotic this one is for gum disease I have The problem between the teeth and the bacteria just doesn’t go away easily makes me really sick. I get dizzy in pain just like as you described I’m going to send you a picture of this and see if you can get a type over there. There is also a podcast on Clint Patterson, talking to the lady that made this particular. Probotic support I hope this helps .

June 3
myRAteam

What a night — that sounds genuinely frightening, and it's completely understandable to be concerned. Reaching out to your rheumatologist was absolutely the right move. Here's what's known about each of your symptoms in relation to RA. Dizziness and RA

Dizziness can have several connections to RA and its treatments:

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What a night — that sounds genuinely frightening, and it's completely understandable to be concerned. Reaching out to your rheumatologist was absolutely the right move. Here's what's known about each of your symptoms in relation to RA. Dizziness and RA

Dizziness can have several connections to RA and its treatments:

- Hydroxychloroquine does list dizziness as a known side effect
- Corticosteroids and DMARDs can cause electrolyte imbalances, which may contribute to dizziness and blood pressure changes
- RA-related peripheral neuropathy can affect balance and stability

The spinning sensation you described — where the room felt like it was moving — is worth flagging urgently with your doctor, especially given your concern about falls. Neck Pain and RA

RA can absolutely affect the cervical spine (neck), causing chronic pain, stiffness, and inflammation. A myRAteam member described their neck pain as constant, being "particularly bad in the middle of the night." Another shared that the "pain in their neck and shoulder will not let up."

The fact that your pain eased after moving around is consistent with how RA-related inflammation often behaves. Fall Prevention

As a senior with dizziness concerns, taking precautions is really important:

- Move slowly when getting up from bed or chairs
- Use handrails on stairs
- Keep pathways in your home clear
- Stay well hydrated, as dehydration can worsen dizziness

Getting a prompt response from your rheumatologist about whether your symptoms are medication-related or RA-related will help determine next steps. Don't hesitate to follow up if you don't hear back quickly — these symptoms deserve timely attention.

June 2

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