Posted 1/1/2015 10:57 PM (GMT 0)
Hi, I was diagnoses with PsA in 2012. I had been diagnosed with P about 6 years before and was having trouble with some fingers but went undiagnosed for a long time. During that time, the PsA progressed very quickly. I used to have a very physical job which made it worse. Damaging my hands especially but also having trouble with my wrists, elbows, shoulder and mostly one foot. So much for playing sports and hitting the gym ( which I am back to trying to do but a modified work out, not near what I did before ).
The last few years have been a real struggle. From MTX to sulfasalazine to Leflunomide. All worked for a short time ( like 3-6 mo ) and then stopped working. Mtx made me a zombie. Painkillers weren't working. I ended up on Ibuprofen, which worked best but 600mg pills, 3 a day just to get by !
I am now on Enbrel which I admit is working for the most part. Starting this medication was a huge decision for me and I did a lot of research before starting it. Although I'm comfortable in making that decision, I feel like a weekly injection should not be in my future. It's just not natural and if I can find other options that may help then I am certainly open to them.
That being said, I'm looking for other options that will either enhance the effectiveness of the Enbrel and most importantly keep my body and immune system healthy.
Anyway, I'm happy to be here and share with everyone.
Thanks for having me.
Dini