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Flare clinic - not suitably attired

No idea what to expect as I haven't been to one before. Mtx is not working for me. My ESR is up (for me anyway, is normally 2 even when I am flaring, but now...

No idea what to expect as I haven't been to one before. Mtx is not working for ...

Brushwork

•4 years ago

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Hanging in there!

Thanks for your advice - however it would not be a wise move to stop any medication and go alternative, when you have good reasons for being on main stream...

Thanks for your advice - however it would not be a wise move to stop any medicat...

Gypsy2220

•4 years ago

1 Reply

How soon is Tocilizumab supposed to work?

Hi all - I'm seeking some reassurance. I moved from Humira (I had been on this for 15 years and was in remission) to the biosimilar, Imraldi, with my RA...

Hi all - I'm seeking some reassurance. I moved from Humira (I had been on this ...

rebs48

•4 years ago

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Dicloflex 75 mg SR Prolonged-release Tablets

Hi everyone, I have been put on Dicloflex 75 mg SR Prolonged-release Tablets as the Naproxen is now making my tinnitus unbearable, I get about 4-5 hours sleep...

Hi everyone, I have been put on Dicloflex 75 mg SR Prolonged-release Tablets as ...

Frankiefocus

•4 years ago

7 Replies

An answer finally

Hello everyone I just wanted to come on here to update following my last post, and I can finally say WE FOUND THE CAUSE! haha I’ve never been so happy and I’m...

Hello everyone I just wanted to come on here to update following my last post, a...

Charlottewileyy

•4 years ago

14 Replies

Moving onto biologics..

I was first diagnosed with “unspecified” inflammatory arthritis after my joints seized following a bout of food poisoning, 4 years ago right before my 40th...

I was first diagnosed with “unspecified” inflammatory arthritis after my joints ...

hope-always316

•4 years ago

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what have I done??!!!

Just ate a chocolate liqueur (with alcoholic egg nog) just before taking my MTX - wasn't thinking!

Just ate a chocolate liqueur (with alcoholic egg nog) just before taking my MTX...

Brychni

•4 years ago

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Methofill pens... what a beast

Look at the size of that ! When I first saw it I didn't know if I should roll it under my arms or inject with it ha ha looks like a roll on deoderant. I'm not...

Look at the size of that ! When I first saw it I didn't know if I should roll it...

Marionfromhappydays

•4 years ago

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Early flare signs - finally cottoned on

Well it's only taken me several many years, but having woken up feeling exhausted this morning, and dragged myself around to do the usual wash/dress/eat...

Well it's only taken me several many years, but having woken up feeling exhauste...

dawkin_S

•4 years ago

9 Replies

best anxiety medication and sleep

Hey guys So I have some form of generalised anxiety disorder / night time panic which really limits my ability to sleep, I fall asleep ok but I wake early in...

Hey guys So I have some form of generalised anxiety disorder / night time panic ...

daleuk

•4 years ago

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Immune suppressants (Predisilone) dosage and Covid vaccine.

What dose of prednisolone would you have to take to be refused the Covid vaccine?

What dose of prednisolone would you have to take to be refused the Covid vaccine...

Cazdud

•4 years ago

5 Replies

Which pen do you use if you have fat fingers which won't bend? 🖋

Hi peeps🙂 I hope this finds you as well as can be😊 I have a really poor grip - can't clench a fist. I am looking for an ergonomically comfortable, fat black...

Hi peeps🙂 I hope this finds you as well as can be😊 I have a really poor grip -...

Moomin8

•4 years ago

19 Replies

Does anyone know what corrective arthritis is?

Hi all hope everyone is well and keeping safe. I saw my clinic nurse 2 weeks and received the outcome letter yesterday. It stated that I have some corrective...

Hi all hope everyone is well and keeping safe. I saw my clinic nurse 2 weeks and...

Ms-D

•4 years ago

13 Replies

Knee surgery again

So saw my consultant this morning keyhole surgery on left knee now in new year

Deejojo

•4 years ago

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Leg pain in thigh.

Dont know if anybody can help had to go to local hospital last night as had alot of leg pain. Dr said it could be to R.A. never heard this before but he said...

Dont know if anybody can help had to go to local hospital last night as had alot...

gillpalmer

•4 years ago

12 Replies

antidepressants

hi everyone, this isn’t really arthritis related however i’m wanting advice as everyone is helpful whenever i post something. i’m on sertraline as i was...

hi everyone, this isn’t really arthritis related however i’m wanting advice as ...

oliviagodfreyxx

•4 years ago

15 Replies

NRAS statement on the breaking news regarding the Pfizer Vaccine

The Pfizer vaccine is not a live vaccine but there are many other vaccines in the pipeline – some live, but most not. Most vaccine trials have excluded people...

The Pfizer vaccine is not a live vaccine but there are many other vaccines in th...

Hidden

•4 years ago

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Research study to inform the development of a new design for child resistant medicine bottles and containers

If you have joint pain affecting the hands, you may be eligible to participate in an online research study to help researchers understand what patients need...

If you have joint pain affecting the hands, you may be eligible to participate i...

Hidden

•4 years ago

16 Replies

Phenmonai jab nd tocilizumab

Hi how does it work I'm due the phenmonai on the 16th..can anyone advise me please?

Hi how does it work I'm due the phenmonai on the 16th..can anyone advise me pl...

Vonnie10

•4 years ago

5 Replies

The letter

Been self isolating for a week as I am classed vunerable worrying about my job but good news the long awaited letter from nhs just arrived so that’s it for me...

Been self isolating for a week as I am classed vunerable worrying about my job b...

Soundofmusic52

•4 years ago

6 Replies

anyone been to a chiropractor?

I had my initial appointment yesterday after some people on the forum suggested it. He took lots of notes and examined me, asked where it hurt etc. I will go...

I had my initial appointment yesterday after some people on the forum suggested ...

Brychni

•4 years ago

9 Replies

Vaccine can I have it?

I am like a lot of you on a biologic. In my case toccillizumab. Do any of you know if I can have the new vaccine as I am worried about the immune response it...

I am like a lot of you on a biologic. In my case toccillizumab. Do any of you kn...

28maggie11

•4 years ago

12 Replies

Some information about the new drug Upadacitinib

This is the link to the report in The Times....... https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/arthritis-drugs-approval-gives-thousands-hope-of-remission-6k09hgqrb...

This is the link to the report in The Times....... https://www.thetimes.co.uk/a...

Brushwork

•4 years ago

3 Replies

Duloxetine query

Hi All - I commenced Duloxetine x3 weeks ago come next Fri. and I am struggling with sleep. Has anyone else experienced this? I generally sleep well for the...

Hi All - I commenced Duloxetine x3 weeks ago come next Fri. and I am struggling ...

Gypsy2220

•4 years ago

1 Reply

New drug for RA

Did any one see dr Sara on This morning today talking about a new drug that could put RA into remission

Did any one see dr Sara on This morning today talking about a new drug that coul...

Dawnee28

•4 years ago

6 Replies

Who to call?? No email/letter re ECV

Hello, I have a diagnosis of RA, chronic urticaria, hypothyroidism , Vit b12 and Vit d deficiency and just started taking blood pressure medication. I had a...

Hello, I have a diagnosis of RA, chronic urticaria, hypothyroidism , Vit b12 an...

Hazel2020

•4 years ago

6 Replies

COVID vaccine

Who would have the vaccine when it is available to us I would definitely have it

Who would have the vaccine when it is available to us I would definitely have i...

essexgirl

•4 years ago

97 Replies

The connection between kidneys problems and RA

https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/living-with/how-protect-your-kidneys-from-ra/

https://www.everydayhealth.com/rheumatoid-arthritis/living-with/how-protect-your...

Amy_Lee

•4 years ago

25 Replies

Exciting news!! Artheritits drug s approval gives thousands of hope of remission.

A daily pill that reduces the symptoms of severe rheumatoid artheritis in almost two thirds of patients has been approved by the UK s drug watchdog,...

A daily pill that reduces the symptoms of severe rheumatoid artheritis in almo...

Jaxine

•4 years ago

104 Replies

Off topic - What I miss in these 'Coronavirus Restricted life' times.

I miss: Lunching, coffee or afternoon tea with friends Visiting my extended family and friends in England Random shopping trips Friends and family visiting me...

I miss: Lunching, coffee or afternoon tea with friends Visiting my extended fami...

Brushwork

•4 years ago

17 Replies

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All posts for November 2020

Flare clinic - not suitably attired

Hanging in there!

How soon is Tocilizumab supposed to work?

Dicloflex 75 mg SR Prolonged-release Tablets

An answer finally

Moving onto biologics..

what have I done??!!!

Methofill pens... what a beast

Early flare signs - finally cottoned on

best anxiety medication and sleep

Immune suppressants (Predisilone) dosage and Covid vaccine.

Which pen do you use if you have fat fingers which won't bend? 🖋

Does anyone know what corrective arthritis is?

Knee surgery again

Leg pain in thigh.

antidepressants

NRAS statement on the breaking news regarding the Pfizer Vaccine

Research study to inform the development of a new design for child resistant medicine bottles and containers

Phenmonai jab nd tocilizumab

The letter

anyone been to a chiropractor?

Vaccine can I have it?

Some information about the new drug Upadacitinib

Duloxetine query

New drug for RA

Who to call?? No email/letter re ECV

COVID vaccine

The connection between kidneys problems and RA

Exciting news!! Artheritits drug s approval gives thousands of hope of remission.

Off topic - What I miss in these 'Coronavirus Restricted life' times.

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