Active todayNewly diagnosed, afraid of meds, but cortisone shots helpedGoing to give some details and backstory so you know where I'm at prior to the questions I have: I'm 37 and just got diagnosed with RA, but I have...Reactions 0 reactions Comments6 repliesSide Effects
Adverse side effects of methotrexate Has anyone had any adverse side effects to methotrexate. I got the flu and according to the doctors the methotrexate wasn’t working to fight off any infection and I got...Reactions 0 reactions Comments56 repliesAwarenessSide EffectsTreatment
Alternatives for me. I have been battling RA for quite some time now. While working I was able to receive Enbrel or Humira for $60 per year. This was using my work insurance...Reactions 0 reactions Comments35 repliesBiologic MedicationSeronegative RASide Effects
plaquenil side effectsjust started on plaquenil (about 6-8 weeks so far) and I have noticed some strange symptoms. - irritability / low mood - anxiety / chest tightness - eyeballs hurt when...Reactions 0 reactions Comments23 repliesSide Effects
How long after stopping prednisone will moon face go away?Hello everyone! I was diagnosed with RA in January after a severe flare-up affecting all of the joints in my hands, shoulders, and big toes. I just finished a 40-day...Reactions 0 reactions Comments8 repliesSide Effects
Infusion adviceSince none of the other medications seem to be controlling my seronegative RA, it has been decided that we will try infusions next. Can anyone give me tips, tricks, or...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesBiologic MedicationSide EffectsTips & Advice
has anyone had side affects from Rituximab InfusionsI have had 2 lots of Rituximab infusions and was told it would also help with Neuropathy is this an experience any one has had...Reactions 0 reactions Comments5 repliesSide Effects
I have had great difficulty with the side effects of RA medicationsI am allergic to preservatives. Problems with medications: Raw mouth - bleeding Canker sores in my mouth and cold sores on lips. Stomatitis Drooling – couldn’t stop it. Bad Acid...Reactions 0 reactions Comments16 repliesSide Effects
Rasuvo side effects - come and go?About a month and a half ago I was bumped up to the 25mg dose of Rasuvo, as my symptoms have improved, but linger. It feels like it is sort...Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesSide Effects
PrednisoneI would like to know thoughts on simply staying on Prednisone forever or trying my 5th drug....Rinvoq this time....scares the daylights out of me....could the side effects of prednisone really...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 repliesSide EffectsTreatmentTips & Advice