Infections and staying positiveFor the last 3 weeks I have been dealing with infections. UTI which I believe has not totally clear up. I should get the results on Monday. Now a sinus...reactions4replies
Help for hubby...growing frustration...Hi, I am hoping someone here can help - we have been to rheumatologists & our family doc several times, multiple blood tests, etc & have no answers. I am...reactions1replyNewly Diagnosed
Has anyone needed IV IgG treatment after Rituxan treatment?For a few years after stopping Rituxan, I was sick all the time - mostly severe respiratory infections. Every year I got flu in spite of flu vaccine, odd intestinal...reactions1reply
Does anyone have delayed side effects on Methotrexate?Does anyone have a bad day 2 or 3 days after taking their weekly dose of Methotrexate? I get flu like symptoms (no fever) that last about 12 hours. I...reactions6replies
How attentive is your rheumatologist?How attentive is your (my??) rheumatologist? I just had my first appointment with a rheumatologist (after my PCP took a blood test that showed an RA marker). All he did...reactions4replies
Has anyone else had the Vectra DA test?Has anyone else had this test? I scored low on it, even with a high RA factor and an anti ccp of 175. Did you feel it was accurate?...reactions4replies
Anyone have experience with both MTX and Humira?Hello. My son is 15 years old, and he has RA. First he gets MTX 3 months,but no help. Pain was the same. Then our Dr.tell us Humira, and he...reactions6replies
Why can't my rheumatologist do anything for my fibromyalagia?Why can't my Rheumatologist do anything for my RA and Fibromyalgia? I have RA sero neg. & fibromyalgia. My rheumatologist said there is nothing he can do for me. Why...reactions5replies
Has anyone tried turmeric, cherry juice, or fish oil?Has anyone tried Turmeric or cherry juice or fish oil? I want to try something natural before Humira! Methotrexate isn't working for my RA. Dr wants me to start Humira...reactions4replies
Does anyone also have fibromyalgia and osteoarthritis?My pain is ongoing and out of control. Currently on Humeria, gabapentin and duloxitine. Taking tramadol for a cervical spine issue an nothing is working, I'd appreciate any feedback on...reactions3replies