Re: Does everyone experience RA differently?

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Cherie, RA affects each patient differently.

Not an MD

On Thu, Jun 5, 2008 at 11:23 AM, chrbcktt <penguinpanties@...> wrote:

> I introduced myself a couple of weeks ago. I joined to learn as much

> as possible for my husband, who was just diagnosed with RA. I've been

> reading about everyone's experiences and I am so sorry that you all

> have to experience the pain that you do. One thing I've noticed is

> that it seems that everyone has very different experiences with this

> disease. Is it true that RA affects each person a little differently,

> or is it dependent upon the stage of the disease? My husband has

> experienced pain in his hands and feet for about 6 years, and he does

> get stiff, but so far he is fully functioning. Is there any way to

> know what lies ahead for him? I am just so worried about him, and

> want to do everything I can to help him.

>

> Any insight or info you can share is so much appreciated.

>

> Cherie