Sorry about the news RJ.
Have any of your docs suggested a specific cause? Treatment? It’s strange that some docs can be very specific in terms of outlines the causes of RA; while most are happy to give you a prescription for Enbrel or Infliximab – both of which suppress the immune system. What kind of doc(s) are treating you?
There are documented cases of rheumatoid meningitis as you may know. As well, many cases of RA can be caused by a number of different pathogens; though some sources say the sources are unknown. See the first link below for multiple studies pointing to identified causes.
In the meantime, we’ve recently discussed some of the other issues about a hyper vigilant immune system – and how that may explain never getting colds; see:
Spinal Disc Disease and Myriad Causes -- Online Search Results
http://adrsupport.org/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/7701036081/m/9...231033603#2231033603 See Liz’ and Messy Spine’s comment, March 19
Need info regarding possible ADR link to arthritis
http://adrsupport.org/eve/forums/a/t...1/m/3751065503
BTW: I have lots of information on this I can email to you on diagnostics and treatment of RA. Send me an email and I’ll forward the documents to you.