Arthritis Awareness
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IntroductionWhen I was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) at 32, it felt like the ground had been ripped out from beneath me. I was already living a busy life as a stay-at-home mom, focused on raising my kids and providing a stable home. My world was full of the hustle and bustle of motherhood, and…
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Arthritis is a term that refers to a range of conditions affecting the joints, causing pain, stiffness, and swelling. It’s a chronic condition, meaning it lasts a long time, and it can significantly impact a person’s life. While arthritis is often discussed in terms of physical symptoms, it also has a considerable effect on mental…
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A Journey Through the Early Days of RA: From Diagnosis to Adapting to Life When I was 33 years old, my world changed dramatically. I was diagnosed with severe rheumatoid arthritis (RA), a condition that would become an intricate part of my daily life. At that time, I was a mother to two young…