Thank you guys. I knew I could vent here. They told me it is "probably Lymphoma". They said it is one large mass...I drew it out, I didn't think it was all that large, but I don't know how they scale...
Well, looks like it wasn't the MTX. Can't go back on it, though, or any other immunosuppressant right now. I have (probably, you know how they have to give you a disclaimer just in case so they don't...
That is interesting. I have no idea, I will be watching for your update, though. Are you going to ask your DR about it?...
The chest X-ray came back and there is some density that they need to check out more closely. They are doing a CAT scan on me tomorrow afternoon. Now I am really freaking out. I am only 33. I don't...
OK, I am back from the Dr and he said to stay off the MTX. He said it is a rare effect, but it does happen. I told him that if it is going to happen, it will happen to me! He is putting me on ARAVA....
I have (had) been on MTX for around 9 months. I am on nothing right now except Aleve and I am so stiff I can't stand it. I have an appt tomorrow (Thursday) with the Rheumy. We will see what he does...
Any one else had to stop MTX due to decreased function of your lungs? I noticed being short of breath and about a month earlier had bronchitis but went to get checked out anyway. No sign of...
Mine is a lot like Morticia's. I am actually relieved to see that the pain does move around throughout the day! I thought I was nuts! (or more nuts than normal!)...
OK, went to the Rheumy today and he said to continue the MTX-6 a week- He is adding Mobic 15mg- said one a day for pain. He said swelling isn't too remarkable- they like that word-remarkable...- So,...
I am so sorry for you. It must be hard. I know the military can be jerks like that, a lady I sit next to....her husband was maybe having heart issues (lucky for him, it ended up being a fluke) but I...
Wow, thanks everyone. I am interested in all of this considering it is a big part of my life now and wondering what things affect people and how. I had noticed the rain, but the cold itself didn't do...
I am just wondering....seems like the day before it rains, I have quite a bit of pain and stiffness. Usually eases up a tad the day of the rain. I was just wondering what everyone else's experiences...
Maybe I am just too sensitive about it and reading what isn't there? I know some people have looked at me weird when I pull out my own pen, but oh well. I guess I should just let it roll, huh? Thanks....
Ides, that is a great suggestion. I am just still kind of new to this. You guys are always so helpful. You know, I never thought of the immunosuppressant thing. I realized I got sick a lot when I...
Hi again! OK, here is my delimma...I carry a fat pen with me cause on the days my hands hurt, it is easier to grip, as I am sure most of you know. When cashiers or someone who needs me to sign...
I started MTX about 6 months ago now. My swelling has gone down quite a bit. I am not as stiff in the morning or the middle of the night when I have to get up for my daughter sometimes. I was really...
Thanks for the input, everyone. I have an appt with the Rheumy on the 28th of this month. I will definately discuss it then. I am on no other meds for this, just the MTX. Have a great day!...
Hi, everyone. I am always reading the posts, being new here and all, I have so much to learn still. You guys are really great the way you support each other. I hope as I learn more, I will be able to...
I don't think I broke it. I didn't do anything yesterday that would have...maybe in my sleep? Wouldn't that hurt, though? I snapped my toe once and that was excruciating for days and all different...
I woke up this morning and my right index finger was joint was so swollen and painful...I could barely bend my finger and to touch it is painful. To bend it is painful. It is swollen from the top...
Thanks for the input! I really appreciate it. So much stuff you read isn't consistent with the symptoms I read about here on the forum. Seems like the medical community should log on here some! I see...
Oh, I guess it would help if I told you what I am on! I take 6 pills a week. I started with 4 and that wasn't taking away enough of the inflammation he said. He squishes around on my nuckles, but I...
Hi, I am 32 yrs old, I was diagnosed about 6 months ago with either RA or PA(psoriatic). The Rheumatologist said I have a neg RF, but I have a high SED rate. I have psoriasis, but it isn't bad, just...