Good Period, But Still Issues

By casmere

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Hi all, yes I have had a good period for close to 2 months. Even though, there are still issues that are going on with me.

New RA procedures

In May I had first left knee, and hip corticosteroid injections, then about 2 weeks later in my right knee.

I have seen my new GP a number of times, the last time was yesterday Friday, June 10th. He has gotten to know me quite a bit.

Now. As I mentioned in a comment I made on an article I questioned my rheumy about my high CRP counts the last few bloodwork.

Searching for lymphoma

So now, I had special bloodwork done this week and he sent a letter to GP requesting he book certain CT scans to be done. (Because I live in a different area and am closer to a hospital here).

Apparently, he is looking for lymphoma. So now waiting on a call as to these tests to be done. Chest, abdomen, and pelvic area CT scans - also one on my thyroid.

Along with the blood test had done this week.

I have had some fatigue days this week but did have appointments so worked through them.

That's all for now. Thank you for your interest and concern.

Blessings,

Casmere

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Richard Faust Community Admin
Hi <inline-mention username="casmere" user-id="3145733"/>. Sorry to hear you have to undergo these new tests. Your concerns are certainly understandable, but it is important to remember that there can be numerous causes of elevated CRP levels, such as infection (even relatively mild ones) or injury, especially considering that you already have one important factor in elevating them - the RA. The CT scans of the areas you mentioned are useful in detecting enlarged lymph nodes, but again it is important to note there are other potential causes besides lymphoma, such as infection. I just mention this in the hope to help put you a little at ease that, while it is prudent to to do the checks your doctors are doing, there are potential other, less serious causes. Really hoping you get some answers soon and wishing you the best. Richard (RheumatoidArthritis.net Team)
casmere Member
Thank you <inline-mention username="Richard Faust" user-id="3227544"/> for your information and concern. I really am not worried about Lymphoma. It was just as my GP was reading the letter from Rheumatologist that he told me he is looking for lymphoma. I realize there could be many reasons for these tests . Like checking my digestive system for diverticulitis which a year ago I had 2 bouts of with in 2 months or less. I do appreciate your knowledge of RA and other issues/diseases. You are extremely versed on many, many issues. My Blessing to you and your wife (l'm sorry, her name escapes right noe) Casmere
CommunityMember576 Member
Hi. I'm new at this , its been 8 months for me . Im trying to learn all I can so this is a big help for me . Last Dr. Visit they want me to start Humira, the insurance has approved it, so I'm just waiting to start it .wish me luck. Thank you all member576.
1. Lori Foster Community Admin
 Hi <inline-mention username="CommunityMember576" user-id="4601063"/>. I hope Humira is effective for you and that you get lots of relief. Keep us posted if you feel comfortable doing so. I see that our system automatically assigned you a generic username when you registered. I wanted to let you know that you can change it to something that suits you better, if you like. Just click on your member icon in the upper right corner. From the drop-down menu that appears, click "Account Settings." On the Account Settings page, you will see "Change your username." Type a new username into the box and click "update username." Wishing you the best! - Lori (Team Member) 
2. casmere Member
 <inline-mention username="CommunityMember576" user-id="4601063"/> Hi, this site has been very good fir me. I have kearned things I never knew or thought about. Ii went throughbthe Methotrexate,6 months later alergic reaction, then was Arava,end of 2 months alergic reaction. As other issure had come up I chose not to take anything except my pain meds. After a few years I started back on Biologic's and that was 2020. I am now on my 3rd.
55rainey Member
Praying you get good results and not bad news
1. casmere Member
 <inline-mention username="55rainey" user-id="3170842"/> thank you for the prayers 🙏 ❤️
Daniel Malito Moderator & Contributor
<inline-mention username="casmere" user-id="3145733"/> I have had RA for 30 years and I recently had lymphoma, so while I prey it comes out negative for you, if you do get a positive test then let me know if you need anything. I certainly have been through it all by now. The good news is lymphoma treatments are pretty good these days. It's still chemo, so it comes with some of the usual chemo side effects, but depending on the type of lymphoma it is the CHOP protocol, as it's called, can be very effective. Let us know how it works out, sending you all the good vibes I can muster today. Keep on keepin' on, DPM
casmere Member
Thank-you <inline-mention username="Daniel Malito" user-id="3160778"/> for your vibes and offer of assistance. I think back to my father. He suffered many years with low platelets. Doctor's saying he had lymphoma then no he doesn't. Finally as he was failing fast we got a diagnosis of Multiple Myeloma, less then 4 month before he past in June 2009, 3 weeks before his 80th birthday. I know I don't have low platelets, but who knows. Thank you Casmere