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NEW TEST OUT TO TELL YOU WHAT MED. WILL WORK FOR RA

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I read that there is a test out that tells you what meds. will work for your r.a. this way you do not have to try it for months,then try something else,on and on.is this true?

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helixhelix

Not that I've heard. Brilliant if it were true, but last I heard it was something that was being developed and they thought maybe ready in 10 or 15 years.....

If only....

Don’t know, be marvellous if it was tho’

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AgedCrone

I think our rheumatologists might have heard of that!

Wonder why they haven't told us yet?

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Shalf

First I've heard! Here's hoping!

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medway-lady

I wish, perhaps in time it will happen and then so much pain could be avoided; not to mention saving the costs of those that won't work for that patient.

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nomoreheels

Not heard anything about it. I'd be interested to read about it though, could you provide the link please?

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Yogi-bear123

In about 10 years time I think.....it’s def. what’s needed....

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bpeal1

I’ve heard that it is something they are trying to develop but it’s still a long way off. At least 10-15 years I believe.

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