Have You Ever Doubted Your Diagnosis?
People with RA are expected to present with damaged joints and nodules. Not everyone is at that point, especially those who got early treatment. There could be other presenting symptoms like fatigue and depression. These may be present in other conditions that mimic RA.
Have you ever thought that maybe you were misdiagnosed and were tempted to stop treatment because you do not have issues with joints anymore? How did you deal with that?
It’s common for people with RA to doubt their diagnosis, especially if early treatment has controlled joint damage or if symptoms like fatigue and depression overlap with other conditions. Some patients have shared that they felt validated only after thorough testing and a proper diagnosis. Stopping treatment can lead to Show Full Answer
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