Frustrated...can't take prednisone...She said if I wanted to come back to the office to see the rheumatologist again she might be able to try something else. I was just there last...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
Negative RA test...I am considering to ask for a uric acid test when I see my doctor this month because gout runs in my family also....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Accepting living with rheumatoid arthritis...At age 14 my doctors told me my disease was on rest and it would be good to stop the treatment and see how it goes....Reactions 0 reactions Comments15 repliesCopingDepressionSeronegative RA
Rheumatoid arthritis with a twist ...I did not see this disease listed among what you listed. Please research it and include it....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Most meds contraindicated—Pred OK...See rheumy again in another few weeks. But it def helps. Can I go up to a slightly higher dose? Should I ask her for this?...Reactions 0 reactions Comments14 repliesTravelNewly DiagnosedFlares & Flare Management
Undiagnosed and Concerned...Just to make sure, my physician referred me to see a rheumatologist....Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Starting another drug trial...One, because I want to see my response to the Lyrica without anything else....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 replies
Referred to Rheumatology...After a fight with the Doctors and the threat of a complaint I finally got to see a good Doc who spent time with me and they think it's...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 repliesFlares & Flare Management
Tapering prednisone, symptoms back?...Rheum suspects RA or something similar, and wanted to see how I respond to it. Did 5 days of 30 mg....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesTreatment
Sudden onset of severe pain and weakness in right hand?...I have been to see my GP and then my Rheumy nurse, but neither were able to do anything about it apart from upping my painkiller dose (now Paracetamo...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesSymptoms
Taking Remission Further with Better Earring....I share my story so that you all can perhaps see some inspiration. I am 40 years old and was diagnosed at 2....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesDiet & Nutrition
Possible RA, Any advice?...I have been referred to a rheumatologist, however they are unable to see me for a month and a half. I am going to try to find something else...Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 replies
Alternatives for me. ...All was going well but once again, my liver hepatitis returned and the liver enzymes were rising monthly to the point where I had to see a liver specialist...Reactions 0 reactions Comments35 repliesBiologic MedicationSeronegative RASide Effects
Just wondering.......Hello all, I am waiting to see a Rheumatologist but I was curious if my situation sounds similar to any of yours....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesDiagnosisSymptomsTips & Advice
Still Negative...He wants to see a positive rheumatoid factor. I tell myself to be patient that whatever is wrong with me will become manifest in time....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Manage Your Work Wisely If You Are Suffering From Arthritis...Good body mechanics – Whether you do a lot of moving at a work or sit or stand in one position or another, your joints are less likely to act...Reactions 0 reactions Comments3 replies
I can't walk today...Please see the screenshots for reference....Reactions 0 reactions Comments1 repliesNewly Diagnosed
Did the shingles shot cause my flare?...important to note that I had not needed to take my medication for at least six months and my rheumatologist felt I was doing so well I did not need...Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies
Newly Diagnosed - AI Disease #3...It isn't unbearable yet though & I'd love to keep it that way if possible....Reactions 0 reactions Comments2 repliesNewly Diagnosed
How can I work with a new doctor?...I was able to see him when my left wrist flared recently (which was very red, swollen, hot, sore). He sent me for bloodwork, and x-rays....Reactions 0 reactions Comments4 replies