My Rheumatoid Arthritis Story - Episode 01: Symptoms and Diagnosis

Hello! This video is the first of a series of videos where I talk about my healing journey. I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) in 2015 and the first two years, I suffered a lot of pain and disability. But now I am in a much better place and I owe this to prayers, a healing diet, lifestyle changes and medications.
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[@Cook2Nourish]

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[@vishnumayamaya1966]

Having knee wrist ankle pain.. since 1mnth... uric acid, esr ra factor vitamin d3are normal. Is there any other test...or chances to have arthritis with these normal test don't know what to do next.. dys fed up in beds.... my dctr prescribed pain killer and b vitamin....

[@hayleyfay4779]

@@vishnumayamaya1966 go and have blood test for arthritis

[@ashley8597]

I started showing symptoms three months after having my the last daughter when I was 31 years old. It felt like it literally happened overnight! I remember being up cleaning and looking down because my ankles felt very tight and when I did to my surprise both of my feet were about three size their Norm. This would begin the start of many missed diagnosis has including a nurse and doctor stand and tell me I had two sprained both of my ankles of the very same time. RA is a very very difficult and I hope no one ever feels when talking to others that there aren't possible reasons that they are handling their treatment the same way. I choose not to lose meditation although those whom do, I love it for you.

[@shivimishra9322]

Hi there, I am 27 years old and I have RA from 4 years 2016 it started . I wanted to share my tips which I do daily and I donot take any medications. Doctor gave me HCQ and methotrexate. But these have so much side effects on me that I cant take it Recently I have taken panchakarma treatment and my pain has completely gone . I do have some swelling in both of my knees For that I take supplements omega 3 and D3 and glucosamine Also I do regular self massage with sesame oil and after massage I sit for 15 mins in front of heater exposing my inflammed joints .. I feel greatly relieved

[@AnitaKumari-cc9tl]

Hello.plz tell me.i m also suffering from RA

[@ramanamurty2504]

Great story it will help us get will power

[@PriyaKumari-lv3lu]

Mai bhi ayurvedic medicine khana chahti hu lekin pain itna jyada h ki mai iske effect hone ka wait nhi kr skti kya kru please reply

[@dieticiansarikasharma8329]

Where did you get Panchkarma treatment from ?

[@Naaz-vd6zp]

How are you nwwwww plz I also suffer with this I am just 21year old nd clicking sound joint pain nd tissue swelling in many places plz help me I am totally in depreesed

[@priyagopalakrishnan9635]

Thanks Indira for the videos.. Being recently diagnosed with AI myself, I was overwhelmed. Glad to have found your channel.

[@Cook2Nourish]

You are welcome. Hope you can find my tips useful!

[@Cook2Nourish]

yeah sure I can share details with you. Can you send me an email at [e-mail]?

[@sharadaamballa7862]

It really reflects my story, thank you for sharing a new hope....it really means a lot....

[@Cook2Nourish]

I'm so glad to hear that! Yes keep up the positivity and you will be fine!

[@taracumming9920]

Thank you! This is exactly what I'm going through!

[@Cook2Nourish]

Sorry to hear! But yes there is hope! And that's the first thing you need to do - Be positive! Hope you feel better soon!

[@sophiandethiu2721]

I have left a long comment on Courtney s story with arthritis about a book l bought Arthritis and Common Sense. You may want to check..... video by Swavy Curly Courtney and see why it worked for the author and me....

[@DaydreamAllday]

I am trying to be as informed as I can. I love watching videos like yours, thank you for sharing! In june I thought I was getting a cold and had achy flu and joint pains. Then in august I had a lot of problems, I think I have RA. I need to talk to my primary care Dr. I just want to be sure nothing is overlooked.

[@Cook2Nourish]

yes always better to be proactive. Good luck to you.

[@ritumukherjee6515]

Thankyou for sharing i am also suffering from RA i am in lot of pain

[@mohdashfaq123]

Thanks for sharing your story, I also got this and thank God, it's much better just after about 1.5 months of diagnosis. This all is God's blessing that I am better. I am happy to share if any one interested to know the treatment I followed. I watched your story a few weeks back, now I thought may be it's good idea to share with others.

[@tamilmuslim3569]

hello brother whats the treatment?

[@amansohi8492]

What’s is your treatment

[@merbhisunlo0o433]

Salamun alaikum brother ..I am also succumed to RA kindly share your course pf treatment

[@asfamalik2285]

Tell me your treatment and details kindly

[@robertabrown8527]

I want to thank you for sharing this. So far of some of the stories that I've listened to my symptoms seem to be a lot like yours were so thank you.

[@Cook2Nourish]

Hope you feel better soon! You can check out all my other videos on RA too.

[@triptistudiovlogs]

Thank u for the information It helped me lot..

[@Cook2Nourish]

Glad to hear that! Take care!

[@lamarciaboudrias9108]

Thank you for sharing

[@Cook2Nourish]

You are welcome! Glad you found it useful!

[@jerbearlolz]

Thank you for your story. Doctors have been writing me off for a while, but I’m finally seeing a good Rheumatologist soon. It’s annoying when they don’t believe you

[@Cook2Nourish]

Glad my story helped you. Good Luck to you and hope you feel better soon!

[@jerbearlolz]

Cook 2 Nourish thank you!

[@Leescraftyside82]

My first diagnosis was tendinitis. I went back to the doctor after 2 months when my finger never healed, was exactly the same as before (I haven’t been able to straighten it for a long time), started forming nodules. I had had shoulder, wrist, elbow, hip, knee and toe pain. Luckily I went to the doctor this past time with a finger/wrist flare up. It was the first thing she thought of when I told her everything that was going on. I will hopefully start on something soon after we see the progression, but for now, steroids to calm the inflammation since I am having a flare up until all my tests come back.

[@nehasomani7167]

I am facing the same issue and feeling very depressed

[@wolfthorn1]

I see this time and time again. RA is a rare affliction so doctors don't really get it. How dare you complain about a few sore joints, everybody suffers from Osteoarthritis. They don't realize the pain can be excruciating, and disfiguring in a matter of weeks. It wasn't until my Big toe decided to take a left turn that I had proof that I could say. LOOK! there is something serious going on here. Unfortunately you have to fight to get a referral to a rheumatologist. Once you do see an RA doctor they usually say... "Why didn't you come see me earlier." RA is a disease that if left untreated can be crippling. You will have to jump through all the hoops to get a referral though. x-rays, blood tests, Being told by your doctor that its probably just a strained joint, Myocarditis, or you are outright faking it. Good luck to everybody.

[@annstar4306]

@@wolfthorn1 great description and exact to mine ,my left foot overnight lost a shape and big toe. Your doing well and dont stop ❤️

[@marylinz7915]

I love that you are sharing Hope❤

[@Cook2Nourish]

Yes that's exactly why I did this video! Hope you feel better soon!

[@travles9199]

I also have Ra from some time it's so painful and inflammation disease

[@cosmlayla]

Thanks for sharing. Can tell us the rest of the story?

[@Cook2Nourish]

Yes I will keep adding more videos. I had to break the videos otherwise they are too long!

[@Lakshmi.anusha0-9]

Am also sufferings with RA.....pain is soooo horrible....I have small kids..pls sujjest me any treatment

[@shivimishra9322]

Adding one more point... try to focus on your diet .. eat gluten free food and no junk Drink more water

[@Laurliuzz]

I’m 37 year old mom of an 8 and 9 year old. Currently just diagnosed with Undifferenciated Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, which basically means my labs were inconclusive but I have tons of symptoms and the dr doesn’t know. I had a positive ANA and RF but they were kinda weak positives (ANA titer was 1:80, I don’t remember RF number, but it wasn’t super high). My mom has scleroderma and dad has MS, so I’m pretty likely to have autoimmune issues. Ive had Raynaud’s syndrome since my mid-20’s but it has gotten much worse this last year. I’ve been feeling like I was getting sick of about 6 months now, started with fatigue and mild back aches, about 9 months ago, then 6 months ago the night sweats started, swollen lymph nodes, and it started as just muscle aches and very mild joint pain. Within the last 3 months or so my hands have not only had the numbness from the Raynaud’s, but I also start having more tingling and burning pain at times other than when my fingers are coming back to life after being numb, and my hand have been going numb at night. Also my neck/upper back have been killing me for no obvious reason. My right wrist is currently bothering me and for years on and off I’ve had both wrist and knee pain which i attributed to work (I’m a hairstylist) and running. But mainly the neck and trapezius pain, fatigue, and night sweats are the most bothersome issues. And that doesn’t scream RA.. but as I listen to more stories, it’s sounding like that could be a cause of at least some of the issue I’ve been having. Also, I’ve lost about 15-20 lbs in the last 6-9 months, which wasn’t completely unintentional since I’ve been loosely trying to lose some weight for a while now, but it came off out of nowhere after making zero changes to my diet and exercise. I guess I’m just writing to thank you for your video and to vent my current issues lol

[@Cook2Nourish]

Sorry to hear about your health issues. Have your tried AIP? I would say it's worth giving it a try!

[@rupalisonawane8582]

Thanks for sharing your story. Can you please let us know if you are still taking methotrexate medicine along with other combination. Since how long are you on methotrexate?Iam recently diagnosed with RA. Doctors have prescribed me methotrexate 10mg. But iam scared to start medicine. Because I have that this medicine suppress bone marrow.

[@rupalisonawane8582]

Your guidance will be helpful. Thanks.

[@Cook2Nourish]

Hello Rupali, Methotrexate in low doses which is what is used for RA does not cause too many side effects. Of course each person is different however if you can tolerate it, it is good to take it since it will slow the progression of the disease. For RA, I believe in having a combination approach of diet, medicine and lifestyle changes. The AIP diet that I recommend will help to reduce the side effects of methotrexate. And yes I still take it however I have been able to reduce the dose slightly now. Good luck to you!

[@rupalisonawane8582]

Thanks for boosting confidence. You are wonderful.

[@anilkalakoti]

My mom is suffering from RA since a long time period. Nothing works on her body after consultation with many RA specialists across country

[@Cook2Nourish]

Has she tried diet? You can watch my other videos where I talk about diet. I also provide 1:1 consultation. cook2nourish.com/work-with-me

[@meenaksheezade8753]

sound is not audible.

[@sarshatharayil7400]

I have these issues but I am pregnant as well but my blood test came back negative,anti ccp as well and I am not sure what to do. I have swelling in my hip and knee as well. I doubt whether I have both osteoarthritis as well as rheumatoid arthritis

[@purplepheasant4776]

You can have many forms together

[@PureExistence1]

Have them retest you again. I was tested in May and everything was negative but in december i tested positive in december. I did my labs during a flare up. That might be why the tests came back positive. I was positive for ANA and Anti CCP.

[@nehadhupia5146]

Hello mam! Nice video...I am having severe joint pain and stiffness, Ra factor -2.8, ESR -11, crp -3.5....do I have RA?

[@Cook2Nourish]

Your RA factor and ESR seem to be in range however the high CRP suggests some inflammation. Did you check your anti CCP? Sometimes in the beginning stages RA factor is low. But anti CCP is a good marker to check for RA.

[@nehadhupia5146]

@@Cook2Nourish Thank u mam for ur reply...I shld check anti ccp..

[@ajantabaro7043]

Hey my ESR rate is 33...my whole body aches and i feel weak..... Do i have RA

[@Lakshmi.anusha0-9]

What medcine are u using??now is. It in controll ,,I mean r U getting pains??

[@Cook2Nourish]

Please watch my other videos from the RA playlist. And last month I have posted a video updating on how I am doing now.

[@shehrozrajput9174]

The problem is doctor can't diagnosed this disease jis par guzarti hai ushi ko pata hai🥺 I didn't know mjhay vitamin D ki kami hai ya arthritis 😔😔 even I am facing dry eyes , testicles pain and headache , body pain , Chest pain even eyes pain . Kabhi kabar Dil karta cheekai markai Nikal Jao🥺🥺 even blurry eyes Samaj nahi aata kia karun??

[@pratikshayadav7914]

Hi dear can you please tell if yours was a seronegative or seropositive rheumatoid arthritis

[@Cook2Nourish]

I was initially seronegative but after 6 months my RA factor became positive too.

[@praveen2396]

Hi sister my age is 31 years.1month back my ra factor is28out of 20.anti ccp is negative..but i have symptoms...and my doctor prescibed me sero negative ra...is it reversible..

[@Cook2Nourish]

It can definitely be controlled and managed by diet, supplements and lifestyle changes. Pls watch my other video on diet and mediations. If you are having severe symptoms, taking some RA medication is also recommended to prevent long term damage to joints as well as other organs.

[@praveen2396]

@@Cook2Nourish thank you

[@youngvibez1573]

My esr level 40 is that RA 😟

[@rathinamrathinam4277]

Test ra and anticcp test no its inflammatory thing

[@manalishah3942]

Now do u have ra factor positive?

[@Cook2Nourish]

Yes I am RA factor positive too now although initially when diagnosed I wasn't. But 6 months later I became positive.

[@manalishah3942]

@@Cook2Nourish my doctor told me if it's negative 1st time it will be always negative

[@Cook2Nourish]

That's not true at all sadly. RA factor can become positive even though it may not be initially. That is what happened with me and I have seen this in my clients too. So I recommend you check for it again in 6 months time.

[@snehnil1]

Hii..my ra factor- 36 anti CCP negative and ESR-21 Can I reverse my rhumetoid factor to negative?

[@ShayariWithAshish]

I m suffering from rhumetic arthritis last 21 years. M treatment lots of doctors. But now my all joints are fixed, no movement. I very hope less, Now m treat rhumotologist doctor in my erea, doctor medicine lots of quantity. Sometimes m fill vomiting or weekness fell. M jobless also , n not affect now my treatment, any frnd hlp me.

[@rathinamrathinam4277]

Pls follow satvic deit join online satvic classes eat more fruits and vegetables detoxification is more important go best ayurvedic treatment.

[@ricardo.80s]

volume pls, can't hear u :(

[@Cook2Nourish]

not sure why you cannot hear. Is your phone volume turned to max?

[@rajmanjukumargarg7493]

Hi mam today i saw ur vedio. I got too much positive energy. But before i was depressed because i m also in same pain. Pl help me by sending ur daily diet plan of healing time.I will be very thankful. Pl help me

[@Cook2Nourish]

Hello Raj, if you want a 1:1 consultation, then you can send me an email at [e-mail]. You can also get my book 'AIP Indian Fusion' to do the AIP elimination diet yourself. cook2nourish.com/aip-indian-fusion

[@jayalakshmi9109]

Kannadadalli Madi please

[@suryakantmishra3751]

Hello sister I'm also suffering rheumatoid

[@carinadarwin7728]

Thanks to dr. Oziegbe for unbelievably curing my sister of R.A . Reach him on whatsaap [phone] or email at [e-mail] and thank me later!!!

[@jayalakshmi9109]

Kannadadalli

[@isha_mehrotra]

Pls be loud .. it's very difficult to understand what you are saying.

[@wolfthorn1]

I see this time and time again. RA is a rare affliction so doctors don't really get it. How dare you complain about a few sore joints, everybody suffers from Osteoarthritis. They don't realize the pain can be excruciating, and disfiguring in a matter of weeks. It wasn't until my Big toe decided to take a left turn that I had proof that I could say. LOOK! there is something serious going on here. Unfortunately you have to fight to get a referral to a rheumatologist. Once you do see an RA doctor they usually say... "Why didn't you come see me earlier." RA is a disease that if left untreated can be crippling. You will have to jump through all the hoops to get a referral though. x-rays, blood tests, Being told by your doctor that its probably just a strained joint, Myocarditis, or you are outright faking it. Good luck to everybody.