The rash (which is now a sore) is actually on the front of my calf. The Enbrel shot is given to me in my upper arm. On my other calf, I have redness and itching, just the way the other leg was,...
I don't know what the infection is on my leg. I had very dry, red, itchy skin there beforehand, so I'm hoping that's all it is. My rheumatologist, quite frankly, is not interested in anything other...
I had to stop the Enbrel (I was going to take my 5th shot) because I've developed some kind of infection on my leg. It started out as dry skin but now I have an open sore. So, I can't take the Enbrel...
I was on Methotrexate for about 1 month and I actually felt sicker taking it, than without it. I've had 3 shots of the Enbrel now and after the third shot, I don't feel too great, there has been...
After reading the most recent entries of everyone, it seems like we're all having a tough time with the pain and the many medications. I've had no success with Methatrexate, Imuron or Arava. I...
I finally reached the conclusion that I needed the Enbrel since nothing else (in pill form, i.e. Arava, Imuran, etc.) was working. I have Oxford insurance and WITH health insurance coverage, the cost...
Thank you for the response regarding the use of Enbrel and a family history of cancer. I believe I have reached the point with my RA that I need to take something that provides some relief from the...
Is Enbrel recommended if there is a strong family history of cancer? Your input on this issue is greatly appreciated!...