awaiting results of diagnostics

[Chez1]

Hi new to this group just had x-rays done of hands, feet and hips, don't know why they didn't do my knees as have problems with them as well. Blood tests came back as ra so now waiting to see what happens next.

[bflat]

Hi , im waiting for my first hosp appoitnent , my gp blood tests came back as ra , was it your first visit how long did you wait ,

[Chez1 in reply to bflat]

the earliest I could get on NHS was 18th August, luckily I have been paying into Benenden for years, and could go private for the consulation last Thursday. (results don't seem to be any quicker though).

[bflat in reply to Chez1]

all ive had so far was a letter from the hosp saying theyd contact me.with an.appointment , what did they ask you , iI dontknow what to expect , im rubbish with anything medical

[Chez1 in reply to bflat]

asked about symptoms how long had them looked at hands - was still swollen felt for tenderness in joints and had x-rays done, asked about family with ra (my dad had it) went through the drugs that are now used. was very helpful.

[Hidden]

Hi Chez1,

Welcome to the forum, I'm sorry to hear you are suffering from this disease. This community is run by the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) and exists to help you find support and information from other people living with RA. The people on this forum are a great source of support and if you would like any further support or information then please visit our website nras.org.uk.

Best wishes,

Nikki- NRAS

[Chez1 in reply to Hidden]

Thank you. It has helped already to see what others go through