Enid's Story
(Enid is a member of Arthritis NSW.)
People with rheumatoid arthritis have
benefited greatly from the research
that is continuing
world-wide. Rheumatoid arthritis is
a painful debilitating disease.
I developed rheumatoid arthritis nearly
50 years ago when I had 5 young children.
This was not an easy time as I was often
in pain, very limited in my activities,
tired and depressed .
As time went by I learnt about medication
,exercise, the value of a balanced diet
and the need for rest and my health improved.
Though I still carry deformities, my
husband and I have travelled Australia
and over-seas.
I love gardening but have limited abilities
now. I do voluntary work for my church
and Arthritis NSW.
Having 13 wonderful grandchildren gives
me much pleasure and we enjoy visiting
and being visited.
I look forward to further enjoyment in
my life and further improvement from
the research to help those of us with
rheumatoid arthritis.
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