My rheumatologist recommended I try tumeric for pain and inflammation. I've been doing a little reading and the recommended dosage is abut 1000 mg of 95% curcumin, which is the ingredient in the...
I have been taking Imuran for years. It was prescribed for Ulcerative colitis. I have had no problems with it or side effects. I also take Lialda for UC and plaquinil and Cimzia for the RA....
I have that problem too. I think its because the joints are eroded away, and when pressure is put on them they push down painfully with pressure on the bare joint. I know the Rheumatologist told me...
I took it years ago, too. The ones I had were a kit with a little syringe apparatus that had to be put together! then you had to aspirate the medicine from the vial. It was like a cruel joke for...
I have headaches, almost every day. I went to a neurologist, who prescribed Magnesium. It helped for a long time...I had only an occasional headache. Now, I'm back to almost daily headaches. That and...
I have had that same thing. It started with my middle finger on my left hand, and now its doing it on the same finger of my right hands. It locks, and is very painful and sometimes I can sort of...
I live in Ohio, and you know what they say about Ohio..."if you don't like the weather wait five minutes." It does seem to change continuously. My doctor even admits that the weather affects...
I'm 59, and was still working up to about 2 years ago. I was having increasing difficulty with pain and fatigue. My quality of life was so poor, because my work took everything out of me...I did...
Stop thinking that you shouldn't be googling and researching these things yourself! Who has a better idea of the pain and symptoms than you? Who benefits the most when the diagnosis is correct? I...
I was taking 4/ 1.2 gm Lialda per day. Now I'm taking 8/ 500 mg capsules of Pentasa per day. I'm also taking 150 mg of generic Imuran (azathiprine) daily. For my RA, I'm taking an injectable, Cimzia...
It always seems that the first flare is one of the worst. I have since had several really bad ones. I have been taking Imuran, or azathioprine for over 10 years. I also take Pentasa, recently...
I wouldn't be able to put up with a doctor who acted so disrespectfully. Most doctors go over medications and take the patients comments and concerns into consideration when prescribing. I usually...
I have recently become eligible for Medicaid. I had no insurance for about 5 years. I was seeing my gi doc and rheumy about once a year, in order to get my med prescriptions renewed. I was able to...
There are some people who claim that once they got on one of the biologicals, they had very little pain and felt almost like they did before getting the disease. Nothing has ever worked that well for...
My insurance company wouldn't pay for Lialda or Asacol, I've recently started on Pentasa, and yes, mine are green capsules. I also have to take them 4 times a day as opposed to two times a day for...
I took mtx years ago, and it didn't really seem to help. Nothing really did. I know that on any medications there are going to be days when you feel it just isn't working. That's why its so hard to...
My Rheumy just prescribed Plaquenil for me about a week ago. I'm hoping it will help with the fatigue! Glad to hear it is helping so many of you. I'm also taking Cimzia, and Azathioprine for...
I just wanted to comment on how important it is to find the right doctor. I have had a total of 4 different rheumatologists, in the last 15 years. I haven't been very happy with any of them. It seems...
I take Cimzia and other drugs for UC and I've recently had oral surgery with no serious problems. I didn't miss any injections and my mouth healed up fine. Good luck....
There are many injectable medications like Enbrel, Humira or Cimzia, and Remicade is usually given as an infusion in the Doctor's office or clinic. I think there is a liquid form of methotrexate that...
I also had pancolitis. I too stopped taking all of my meds quite a few years ago. At first, I felt great. Then, I got really sick...I needed transfusions and nearly had to have my colon removed. I'll...
I was on a lot of different biologics when I had insurance coverage. When I lost my insurance, I went to Cimzia, because they had a patient assistance program and I didn't have to pay anything. I...
I was diagnosed a few months ago with supraventricular tachycardia. I was put on metaprolol tartrate, which has worked pretty well. I had one mild instance of tachycardia. Tonight, however, I am...
I have just been diagnosed with SVT after a lot of years of now knowing what was going on. My heart rate was also at 285, when I went to the ER. I was given Adenosine in the ambulance. My...
Good article which give a list of a few of the serious complications to look out for if you have RA. http://www.webmd.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/features/10-serious-rheumatoid-arthritis-symptoms ...
My sister is nagging me to try Flax seed oil. Anyone tried it? I heard it can raise your cholesterol levels, but I've read that it is quite helpful for arthritis....
Were you given a reason for being let go? Where you the only one let go? If so, I would think you could indeed sue the company. I'm sure they'll have some bogus reason for the lay-off...they'll never...
Would it be possible to get an additional prescription from your doctor, and then just take that and get it filled when you need your Humira? That way you wouldn't have to take it on the plane. The...
The cardiologist appointment went very well. I guess my heart is OK, but I have some faulty wiring. They have me taking beta-blockers and I am going to have a consult for an ablation to remove the...
Thank you Chartreux, its good to know there are people who care. This has to be the best forum, in terms of people supporting each other....
Interesting article...mentions that people with RA are less likely to complain about chest pains. I guess you get used to being in pain, and it doesn't seem like much at all....
Well, I had another heart "episode" this weekend. Was taken by ambulance to ER. My heart rate in the ambulance was between 250-285! They gave me adenosine by IV which got my heart back to a normal...
Yes, the pain is burning along with a spasm type feeling. It does travel down my leg. It is worse at night, and makes it difficult to sleep. I've always had more pain in the left hip, even when in my...
I also was diagnosed soon after quitting. My son is now in his 30s, has had some issues with diarrhea, and is a smoker. I have always been urging him to quit...not so sure if that is the right move...
I have recently had a severe pain in my left hip. It doesn't feel like joint pain, it almost feels as if my hip and buttock area has been bruised. It actually hurts to touch the muscle. It is so...
Hi! I hope you're all doing as well as possible. I'm feeling rough, off and on...typical! My daughter-in-law has been given Tramadol, for back problems. I was wondering if anyone on here has taken...
Hi Don_D, I have had similar feeling on prednisone. I had feelings of confusion and felt very stressed, especially while tapering. My GI doc prescribed Atavan, which really helped me a lot. I am one...
My dad had RA. Not sure about the IBD, but in the early 50s his mother, my grandmother died of some mysterious intestinal bleeding disorder. I have both RA and ulcerative colitis....
I didn't mean to sound like a doubting Thomas. Its just that we've had others on here trying to make money off of our pain and suffering. Many of us are particularly vulnerable, because we're at the...
I may be overly skeptical, but I am wary of people who join the group and then immediately post a link to a "miracle product" that you can buy. Sorry, not wanting to start anything....
It is high, but since you're only going to be on it for 5 days I wouldn't worry. I have had doctors put me on quick doses, and no taper. Its when you are on them for a while, and your own...
Stacey, My daughter in law has Lyme disease. That is not an easy illness to live with. It seems much like RA in the affects it can have on your system. I can't imagine the problems you are living...
Glea, hang in there. You were supportive of me, and that means so much. Just keep reminding yourself that things aren't usually as bad as they seem right now. Try to keep occupied, if at all...
I sometimes get swelling and painful lymph nodes also. Years ago, before I was diagnosed with RA, but already having symptoms, I had very swollen nodes in my neck. They were egg-sized. I don't...
I do, I have ulcerative colitis. I've had several very serious flares. Hospitalization, transfusions and nearly had to have my colon removed. I've been in remission for the last 2 years, but I'm now...
I could never avoid tomatoes, as they are one of my very favorite foods. I also would have a hard time giving up potatoes. I find more influence from the weather, than from food. Maybe I just am not...
I love raw veggies, and I have never noticed any bad affects from them....