After being diagnosed in May, and being in pain for months, I really couldn't see a way out - spiralling out of control, depressed, signed off work.....
BUT
There is hope! my meds are finally sorted; on methotrexate, sulfaslalzine and prednisolone and have been for a couple of months and feel almost normal! i never thought i would feel this good again - so there is light at the end of the tunnel. I know times can be hard, and nothing prepares you for the psychological side of things, but things do get better, even if it takes a bit of time.
So chin up, positive thinking and enjoy every good day you have :o)