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HAVE ALL THE SYMPTOMS BUT MY RA FACTOR NUMBER WAS 8.6. Does This Mean I Don't Have RA?

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Indianapolis, IN
February 5, 2020
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A myRAteam Member

Hi! I used to live in Frederick 20 years ago and was diagnosed with Palendromic Rheumatism by a Rheumatologist in Longmont. He explained it like a palendrom (a word read the same forward and backward like radar or kayak) is a word that’s essentially coming and going, this arthritis comes and goes too. He said for most people it eventually turns into full rheumatoid arthritis, which I did and have had ever since.

February 5, 2020
A myRAteam Member

You know I slept really well last night..still achy and my foot is like a balloon lol but I feel better than I did yesterday lol 😆 maybe more mental but it’s feels nice! @A myRAteam Member

February 5, 2020
A myRAteam Member

A rheumatoid factor (RF) level of 8.6 IU/mL is considered within the normal range, as normal levels are typically less than 15 or 20 IU/mL. However, having a negative RF does not rule out rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Key points to consider
- Negative RF: You can still have RA even if your RF is negative.
- Diagnosis: RA Show Full Answer

A rheumatoid factor (RF) level of 8.6 IU/mL is considered within the normal range, as normal levels are typically less than 15 or 20 IU/mL. However, having a negative RF does not rule out rheumatoid arthritis (RA).

Key points to consider:
- Negative RF: You can still have RA even if your RF is negative.
- Diagnosis: RA diagnosis is based on a combination of symptoms, functional limitations, and other tests, such as anti-CCP.

It's important to discuss your symptoms and test results with a healthcare provider for an accurate diagnosis.

July 13, 2024
A myRAteam Member

I did in December with this new rheumy and it’s still both normal.

February 5, 2020
A myRAteam Member

My RF and anti ccp have been negative all my life and I have JRA. 🙁

February 5, 2020

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