How to Manage Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare Ups | Tips and Tricks
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- Learn how to prevent and treat rheumatoid arthritis flare-ups with our expert tips. Discover the best methods to manage your symptoms and keep your RA under control with anti-inflammatory medications, natural remedies, steroids, prednisone and steroid injections, or when to change the therapy.
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Dr Diana Girnita is a double board certified physician in rheumatology and internal medicine. She completed a PhD in immunology, a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University, immunology fellowship at University of Pittsburgh and rheumatology fellowship at University of Cincinnati. Dr. Girnita graduated from the Nutrition Science course from Stanford University and a Mindfulness course from The University of Massachusetts; She is the founder & CEO of Rheumatologist OnCall, a practice focused on broadening access to rheumatology and offering patients an integrative medicine approach.
Dr. Girnita teaches patients about autoimmune disease and arthritis and helps them customize their treatment plans. Dr. Girnita is passionate about rheumatoid arthritis. The treatment plan is personalized to the patient's needs and incorporates proper nutrition, exercise, and stress management. After all,
"You have a disease, but YOU are not the disease"
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I wish you were my Doctor. The one I have is not concerned.
The only thing that gave me a permanent solution✅ to my 10 years arthritis was the use of pure and natural herbal remedies. All thanks to #doctorunugboje on TH-cam for saving my life and giving me a permanent cure to my chronic arthritis with his natural herbs . I'm forever grateful 🙇🙌
Same here!
Time to change like me I would love to find a doctor that cares
Same here!
You must have gone to the VA.
The Drs. For Rheumatology here in SC of USA have not helped me but milked the insurance with all their testing then gave diagnosis but have never recommended treatment or anything to give a quality of life to me. I've had 4 yrs now to think and use and apply my knowledge I've gained over the years, I truly believe they like to treat patients that will be like sheep or guinea pigs, they're not used to having an educated person from a different state question them or ask questions. It's my one time at life and I love knowledge and being informed with what is available about future effects . I believe with how many Dr to patient ratio numbers that they're tired and don't have or choose to make the time to stay updated with their education and tools available for use. See, this is what they don't like.
Hello: I’ve had RA for 8 years if I may, I want to tell you my advice from someone who waited for the right Dr to give me the answers for at least 4 years. Stop eating sugar or refined sugar stop eating anything that results in a flare up or bloating in tummy. Change diet and get a nutritionist who can help you reduce inflammation in your diet. In addition add joint and bone supplements and exercise in a pool for as long as it helps. In the future if your RA is does not reach remission: find an orthopedic surgeon
Just wanted to share, my new night time routine is to bath in warm water, then after massage with extra virgin olive oil. Then i boil dried oregano and strain . Squeeze a dash of lemon in it and drink with 2 spoons olive oil. This has reduced my pain in the morning
Thank you for sharing!!!
Spondiloarthratis plus psoriatic arthritis, existence is pain with autoinmune disease, thanks 4 all your knowledge Dr u have made my life less painful.
Thank you for watching my videos!
I have listened to all of your post since finding your channel! Very informative! When I tell my rheumatologist I’m in pain and my joints hurt, he says well I can prescribe pain meds, tell him I’m not interested in pain meds! I only see my rheumatologist once a year and his PA once a year. They tell me I’m not allowed to see my rheumatologist because he is too busy!
Thank you for following my channel and finding the information informative! I understand that it can be frustrating when your healthcare provider only offers medication as a solution for managing your pain. It's important to find a healthcare team that is supportive of your goals and willing to work with you to find the best approach for managing your rheumatoid arthritis.
It sounds like you're interested in exploring alternative and complementary approaches to managing your symptoms. That's great! There are many different strategies that can help to manage rheumatoid arthritis, including nutrition, exercise, stress management, and other lifestyle changes. It may be worth seeking out a healthcare provider who specializes in these approaches, or looking into self-care strategies that you can implement on your own.
Remember, taking control of your health and finding what works best for you is an ongoing process. Don't be afraid to advocate for yourself and speak up if you're not satisfied with the care you're receiving. With time, patience, and persistence, you can find a path to better health and pain management.
Thank you for your support! I would be honored if you would share my information with others and spread the word about my work. Sharing my information with others can help others benefit from the information I provide and help to make a positive impact in their lives. Thank you for your help in promoting my work!
@@rheumatologistoncall I have already started spreading the word about you and you sharing your wisdom!
Your videos are so helpful.
Will these tips also work for other autoimmune diseases?
I suffer from RA, Lupus, and Sjorgens, I can't tell if my flare up is from one or more.
Thank you.
Go carnivore.
Avoiding certain foods may help some AI diseases (already scientifically proven with IBD in recent paper). Try the AIP diet plan (free) and see if you have any food sensitivities. It will take 2-6 weeks of just eating 'good' food to see if you are sensitive or not, if you are you can then start reintroducing the 'bad' founds, one a week, until you find those which make your symptoms worse. Your immune system is being triggered by something other than your own body (if it was triggered by your own body you would have been born with those symptoms!) and it is highly likely that the gut immune system (70% of entire immune system) is reacting to something you ingest. Really - try the AIP diet plan - what have you got to lose?
Thank you very much for this information. I was diagnosed with gut and osteoarthritis on my left knee and Orthodontist gave me a cortisone injection four months ago. During a wellness exam, my primary physician found out I also have RA. She recommended me to see a rheumatologist. But the earliest appointment is one month away.
In the meantime, the pain in my left knee started to come back, my right buttock and right knee feel so much painful that I couldn’t even move in bed. I took Tylenol for three days and to subdue the pain, finally was able to see my orthopedist and got cortisone injection on both my knees.
My question is, I have CKD stage 4, if next time I get FA, I can take the over the counter medication you recommended instead of cortisone injection? Because it’s very painful.
Thanks for sharing! Thank you for watching my videos! share them with other people to help them be educated!
Thanks doctor for your useful advices. Truly, I find them helpful to my case.
Glad to hear that
I am taking hydroxychloroquine for my RA for about 9 years. It was effective I did not feel any pain. The dose is 400mg per day. Recently I did an eye exam and found an early stage of toxic Maculopathy. What should I do? I read literature that says that the hydroxychloroquine dose can be reduced by 50% when a good response is obtained. meanwhile, I started taking the supplements you suggested such as omega 3, vitamin D, Turmeric, plenty of exercise, and sleep. If I have good results after that. I may stop taking hydroxychloroquine to see what happens I may have minor rheumatoid arthritis. Since blood test RF is always negative. what do you think?
Responding to stay in this thread ty for your input
She won’t answer your questions.. best work with your own MD
Exellent very informative.In clinic these rheumatologist dont give you any infomation on Seronegative RA and how to manage these flares.
Thank you
Very informative looking forward for more episodes
Thank you for your support and encouragement! I'm glad that you find my information valuable. I will continue to do my best to provide you with the most up-to-date and helpful information. I look forward to providing you with more content in the future!
Could you kindly address blood pressure changes iin RA especially regarding flares and hypertension
Thank you for watching my videos!
I have skin flare ups. My doctor just said it’s normal. I went to unprocessed foods and mostly protein on my own. He just nodded. My RA is ocular. Currently having uviteis being seeing by a retina specialist who discovered the RA. Now adding Actlar to my Humira regimen.
It sounds like you're navigating a challenging journey with your health. It's great that you're taking proactive steps with your diet and seeking additional help. Wishing you the best as you adjust your regimen!
Thanks for an informative look at RA. You mention changes to diet. What changes are worth trying?
you have many videos in my channel that you can listen too....th-cam.com/video/iboXi3QNYQw/w-d-xo.html
but I have so many others
www.youtube.com/@rheumatologistoncall/videos
Avoiding certain foods may help some AI diseases (already scientifically proven with IBD in recent paper). Try the AIP diet plan (free) and see if you have any food sensitivities. It will take 2-6 weeks of just eating 'good' food to see if you are sensitive or not, if you are you can then start reintroducing the 'bad' founds, one a week, until you find those which make your symptoms worse. Your immune system is being triggered by something other than your own body (if it was triggered by your own body you would have been born with those symptoms!) and it is highly likely that the gut immune system (70% of entire immune system) is reacting to something you ingest. Really - try the AIP diet plan - what have you got to lose?
If all doctors were like you... I live in Poland and they don't have time to discuss with their patients, they just prescribe medications and don't even ask or explain how they work...
Thank you
Thank you mam,, I'm from India. I have RA I can't talering the pain,,,. How can I manage the RA,, im yours new subscriber thank you doctor ,, I'm 32 years old,, I have Very painful some joints,, plz tell me how can I manage my RA
listen to my videos, or better to join my online program, people all over the world are joining www.myarthritiswellness.com/freedom
Dnt go for allopathic,just go for ayurvedic
Who has $400+ laying around? This isnt help its a money making buisiness 😰
I saw a video of Dr Diana about disease that has same simptoms and is mistaken as RA but I can't find it now. Since I saw it, I suspect I may have the same. How do I find it?
Thank you for the support
I have never reached stable. I have severe aggressive RA. How long will it take to find the right mix of meds?
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Thanks
No problem
My arthritis hit me all at once. First in one knee, then a week later the other knee and both shoulders. The pain is so bad I can not get out of bed so I must sleep in my recliner. Even this is very hard to get out of the chair in the morning. After a long hot shower I feel some relief. I am taking APAP but it doesn't help much. Now my fingers won't straighten out completely. I live alone and it's hard to get around and move until late morning. What can I do or take for the pain?
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@@rheumatologistoncall you didn’t answer, we need help. What do we take?
@@rosemarydominguez4433 you need to have an evaluation, I cant make recommendations on TH-cam. You need a proper consultation.
I've been on Enbrel for over 10 years. Just wondering if there is something better.
There are many options
I wish I could find help. Tried all of this and I got so scared to eat I’m down to 100lbs n I’m 43 diagnosed at 5 years old😢
I’m really sorry to hear you’re feeling this way. It’s important to reach out for support, whether it's from a professional or a trusted friend. You're not alone in this, and there are people who want to help you.
I've experienced most of these same triggers.
Thank you for watching my videos and supporting my channel!
Very nice and informative vlog 👍🌹
Thank you for your support and encouragement! I'm glad that you find my information valuable. I will continue to do my best to provide you with the most up-to-date and helpful information. I look forward to providing you with more content in the future!
Thank you for your support! I would be honored if you would share my information with others and spread the word about my work. Sharing my information with others can help others benefit from the information I provide and help to make a positive impact in their lives. Thank you for your help in promoting my work!
Thanks Dr Diana
Im from iraq
Iwould to know about course of prednisolone use in flareup of RA how long use days or week and tappering of prednisolone
Thanks Dr Diana
Depends!
Here where live we get them in 5 mg. So useally they say take 3 pills so its 15 mg a day for 1 or 2 weeks. Then you would go down to 2 and then 1 week with one pill each day. Im not a doctor and this is just in my case.
I am losing my vision. i saw many eye specialist.but none of them could help me.i have joint pain also.what to do.
I'm sorry to hear that you're going through this. Have you considered seeking a second opinion from a different specialist?
Go and see an opthomologi
st. To check for early cataracts.
My vision has been improved.
I'm still experiencing disease flur up of all joints
Im in severe pain. I came not find a rheumatologist i had one cancel on me when i showed up. I have had the gastric sleeve surgery and can not take oral pain medication or anything that contains like motrin etc i need help advice fast. I can only use injections or pain patch.
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My Dr gave me Prednisone to take when I have the inflammation coughing. She said to take it and taper down but I don’t know how long to take it before I taper off.
Thanks for watching my videos!
I just received corothrope to take 3 daily for 5 days then two for 5 days then 1/2 daily for five days and 6 repeats.
Can Creatine help with RA?
No!
Hi DR,
Im from Australia, I've had RA since 2014 and I'm a male and I'm fit and active etc... im 34 now , my dr just switched my injections from Enbrel50mg/brenzys50mg to now a new injection called actemra. I have been getting bad flare ups on my right knee to the point I can not move and walk around. I have taken prednisone 25mg for 5 days in a row now and still the same swelling. What do you think it can be ? Because I watched in your video flare ups can happen when a doctor changes treatment. I wont be able to see my DR until his back from Sweden in 12 weeks and I havent got any other doctor to go to atm and hence why i am watching your video and asking this question.
Hopefully you can guide me to some information.
Ask for an IM injection with steroids from your GP
Ate a Zipmin at Zippy’s now my knees elbow and hands are in pain
I hope you feel better soon!
In the UK you would be lucky to see a doctor. They just give you painkillers.
Is there any permanent cure of rheumatoid arthritis.
Unfortunately, there is currently no known permanent cure for rheumatoid arthritis. However, there are various treatment options available to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.
The only cure is going carnivore.
where is the scientific evidence for that?
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@@rheumatologistoncall Years of trying everything. I hate meat but it's the only thing that helps.
@@swaters5127 It is more likely that you feel better because you are not eating certain foods which trigger an immune reaction in your gut. Try the AIP diet plan to find out what those trigger foods are. 70% of your immune system is located around your gut. 10% of RA patients develop celiac disease in later life. The genes for RA and celiac are the same (or very similar) so it is highly likely that many RA patients actually have food sensitivities. It took 2000 years to discover that celiacs could be simply treated by not eating gluten, there is good scientific evidence now that the AIP diet plan is very effective for some patients with IBD. Studies are now being done on other AI diseases inc. RA...
I’ve read a lot of testimonies from people who went carnivore, it works well for them. Trust the science? I don’t think so!
It was catastrophic with me. Eating meat increased inflammation. It works well with vegetable and fish@@swaters5127
None of that stuff helps
I appreciate your feedback! Can you share what specifically didn't help? I'm always looking to improve.