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Chest pain and RA. I've been up all night with this ache in my chest hurts when I breathe. I've been off my Methotrexate injection for 3 weeks due to hives. Covid has left me unable to get proper consultation. Please help any advice welcome

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helixhelix

You do really need to talk to a doctor. If you can’t get through to your GP or your rheumatologist then maybe phone 111. It is quite possibly inflammation around your ribs (costochondritis) due to being off your meds. But any breathing problems need to me discussed with a doctor.

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bubblyalex

As helixhelix says you should really get this checked. I have lcostochondritis but anything else must be ruled out as soon as possible.

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janmary

Always get chest pain checked out. Probably its related to RA, but we all have a tendency to blame RA and medication for any new symptoms and so risk missing other problems. May be easiest to ring 111?

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Deniseelk

Like others have said, Costocondritis is very common with RA and can be incredibly painful. Mine gets aggravated when out walking the dog ( possibly a mixture of deeper breathing and jiggling about), when I try to do a big full breathe and change of position such as lying down / getting up. I can even hear a “pop” sound at the rib area. Do get medical advice though. I think your Rheumatologist may be your best option. Unless you are incredibly lucky and have a GP who really understands RA!

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sylvi

I take a antihistine every morning when i take my drugs as i itch like hell and that helps. Ask for a ct scan to see what exactly is going on darling.xxx

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