Rheumatoid Arthritis
Questions + Answers
Flares
Flares
I have now my 3 flares in a row in 2 weeks.
Is that normal for RA. I am diagnosed in 2019 and use methotraxate.
Thats tough. The good news is it will end. When I’ve had intensive, multiple day flares, my Dr hits it with 40 mg Prednisone. He then tapers it down to 7.5 over a couple of weeks. Good luck. It too… read more
I Am Waking Up With A Very Painful Headache And Neck? Is Anyone Else Experiencing This?
I Am Waking Up With A Very Painful Headache And Neck? Is Anyone Else Experiencing This?
I have read up that this could be rheumatoid arthritis in the neck as it really hurts when I move . I just wondered what I could do before I go to sleep to alleviate this pain.
After I Get On Medication For My RA, Will I Have Days, Weeks Or Even Months Of No Pain And Stiffness?
Alternative Meds
Alternative Meds
Has anyone tried alternative Meds or Acupunture? I am having no luck with my doctor. Nothing she prescribes helps. I have been thinking of visiting the Health shop or Chinese health shop. Has anybody tried these and had any success? Thankyou
I have been using CBD oil for over 12 months now .. made a massive difference an I’m not having to take handfuls of prescription tablets anymore.
Does Anyone Get Really Sore And Stiff In The Mornings This Is Me Today Really Sore :( ….. How Do Yous Deal With This? …
I Have Been On So Many Meds For My Ra But They All Make Me Sick. Any Suggestions
I Have Been On So Many Meds For My Ra But They All Make Me Sick. Any Suggestions
Always take arthritis meds with food. If it's a biologic causing upset, talk to your doc.
Methotrexate Injections (metoject)
Methotrexate Injections (metoject)
Hi all. I'm based in the UK and really pleased I've found this group!
I take methotrexate by one injection once a week on a Sunday night. My Mondays vary greatly.
I find that if I'm well hydrated, have a good diet (it's been bad recently), sleep well - especially on the night of the medication I like to get a long sleep, that I tend to feel better on the Monday. The injections in me cause mainly dizziness which causes me to feel slightly queasy (not terrible), have indigestion (lovely!) and… read more
Do you take other meds? I am taking methotrexate injection with no trouble. Maybe something else is to blame. Or, talk to your doc.
Just Started Rinvoq After Many Other Treatments. Anyone Else Have Experience With This
Just Got Diagnosed. Haven't Seen RA Specialist Yet. My RA Factor SV Is 253.76. What Does This Mean? What Is Normal?
Pain During Sex
Pain During Sex
Hi,
Uncomfortable question but if i cant ask it here where can i… Has anyone expirenced vaginal dryness and pain during intercourse?
I know that this can happen for various reasons, even due to medications. There are good lubricants available that you can find easily online, or in stores that will help. I know it's an extra step in… read more
