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Adalimumab

Although I have severe copd ,my rheaumy specialists team were reluctant to give me Adalimumab fear of chest infections ,but have now give it the go ahead the...

Although I have severe copd ,my rheaumy specialists team were reluctant to give ...

Alice70

•21 days ago

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Off topic. Can't reply to posts?

Hi. Anyone having trouble replying to posts?

Haz58

•21 days ago

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Methotrexate issue

I have been using MTX injections for 5+ years now. On Friday I proceeded with my usual routine, just after the injection I got a very sharp pain like a bee...

I have been using MTX injections for 5+ years now. On Friday I proceeded with my...

LesJames

•21 days ago

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Newbie Here

Hi all. I’m new here. I was diagnosed with RA in 2008 and have previously been on Methotrexate, & Hydroxychloroquine, & am still on Sulfasalazine. In the...

Hi all. I’m new here. I was diagnosed with RA in 2008 and have previously been...

Kimmers1962

•21 days ago

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Insomnia (RA & peri-menopause)

this post is probably for the menopause group, but I know many in here will have gone through peri-menopause / menopause and so am sure may have some relatable...

this post is probably for the menopause group, but I know many in here will have...

Sapphire1701

•21 days ago

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Re starting metratrexate and Biologic after been on Antibiotics!

Hi So I’ve been on antibiotics for a week due to a sinus infection I stopped my metratrexate and my Biologic..I have now finished my course and had my last...

Hi So I’ve been on antibiotics for a week due to a sinus infection I stopped m...

Mybirthday1975

•22 days ago

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Alcoholic drinks and RA Meds

hi all! Just wondering does anyone have a few casual alcoholic drinks even though they’re on RA drugs?im currently on Metratrexate and a Biologic but haven’t...

hi all! Just wondering does anyone have a few casual alcoholic drinks even thou...

Mybirthday1975

•22 days ago

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Fatigue & exercise

Hello. I’m hoping to hear some hopeful news. Started metho injections 2 weeks ago, first blood test due tomorrow and so far ok. I’ve always been fit and active...

Hello. I’m hoping to hear some hopeful news. Started metho injections 2 weeks ag...

HappyD34

•22 days ago

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Water with MTX

Hi Biz12Keep hydrated with 2 litres of water per day if possible.

Shyandretiring

•22 days ago

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Steroid injection reaction help??

hi I have RA, currently on methotrexate and have been on Amgevita biological but moving to a new one on Monday. having lots of problems with wrists/ hands so...

hi I have RA, currently on methotrexate and have been on Amgevita biological but...

Campolini

•22 days ago

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Hair thinning and Methotrexate

I know this has been discussed before what products do people help with this it's not great is it but methotrexate is working for me.

I know this has been discussed before what products do people help with this it'...

welsh12

•22 days ago

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Ulna nerve transposition surgery

Has anyone had this surgery to move the ulna nerve around the elbow?I have numb fingers and muscle wastage in my hand due to the elbow joint compressing the...

Has anyone had this surgery to move the ulna nerve around the elbow?I have numb ...

vonniesims

•22 days ago

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Mtx hair loss

I've been on Methotrexate for about 3 months and my hair is now falling out in clumps each day. Does anyone have experience of this and did it slow down or...

I've been on Methotrexate for about 3 months and my hair is now falling out in c...

Fluffontoast

•23 days ago

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Blood test fail. Sorry this is just a grumble!

morning all Well after all my hand wringing about the timing of my blood test off I went yesterday morning. alarm bells CLANGING when I heard the fateful...

morning all Well after all my hand wringing about the timing of my blood test o...

Bon1

•23 days ago

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Feeling unwell

I have two questions has anyone been unwell after RSV jab . Secondly I've been feeling so sick panic weak haven't been able to eat for three days now I...

I have two questions has anyone been unwell after RSV jab . Secondly I've been f...

Alice70

•24 days ago

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Thank you for just getting it!

Thank you for your wonderful reply’s . Darcy’s death hit us hard and the lovely understanding replies were a comfort . X

Thank you for your wonderful reply’s . Darcy’s death hit us hard and the lovely ...

J1707-

•24 days ago

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feeling sorry for myself 😭

Hi. Feeling really down today. Constant pain since beginning of August. I’ve phoned the rheumatology answering service three times. First time (in August) they...

Hi. Feeling really down today. Constant pain since beginning of August. I’ve pho...

Pepsimax72

•24 days ago

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Digestive problems

Hi been on methotrexate tablets for 3 years doc changed it to injection been on them for 9 weeks but started with bowel problemsFirst thing on a morning day...

Hi been on methotrexate tablets for 3 years doc changed it to injection been on ...

Conster

•24 days ago

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shingles vaccination

I’ve been told that due to my RA (diagnosed Aug) that it is recommended to have the shingles vaccination. As it’s not a live vaccination, it is no longer...

I’ve been told that due to my RA (diagnosed Aug) that it is recommended to have ...

parkrungirl66

•25 days ago

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Elderly onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Hi I have had sero-positive RA for about 7yrs. I did not develop it until I was in my 60's. It came on quickly whilst loading a mule onto a trailer she...

Hi I have had sero-positive RA for about 7yrs. I did not develop it until I wa...

Prettystuffed

•25 days ago

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Uganda

Hi, I’m travelling to Uganda in November for 4 weeks & have to take anti-malarials. I have to check with my GP of course but I was wondering if anyone has any...

Hi, I’m travelling to Uganda in November for 4 weeks & have to take anti-malaria...

Ouch41

•25 days ago

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RA and fatigue

I have long history of RA. Diagnosed seropositive in my twenties but thankfully after treatment was in remission for thirty years. Since my fifties I’ve had...

I have long history of RA. Diagnosed seropositive in my twenties but thankfully ...

Porridge-

•25 days ago

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Hydroxychloroquine . Second opinion

Good morning first post on here , been taking Prednisolone for 2 1/2 years for ? PMR. Now thought to have seronegative Inflammatory Arthritis ? RA I have...

Good morning first post on here , been taking Prednisolone for 2 1/2 years for ?...

5goFlotilla

•25 days ago

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Golfer's elbow

I don't even like golf 😭 Has anyone had this and has anything helped with the pain/movement? Like a brace or something?

I don't even like golf 😭 Has anyone had this and has anything helped with the ...

rmros

•26 days ago

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RA and IBS?

I've had RA for around 7 years now and didn't get on with various meds and biological so try and manage with nsaids and pain relief. Anyway, for past 18...

I've had RA for around 7 years now and didn't get on with various meds and biolo...

Beelady

•27 days ago

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sulfasalazine and methotrexate

I’m coming off sulfasalazine and starting methotrexate - but I can’t remember if my rheumy said to stop the sulf the day before starting methotrexate; or prior...

I’m coming off sulfasalazine and starting methotrexate - but I can’t remember if...

NannyNooNoo

•27 days ago

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Anyone In Brighton that can help me understand the RA clinic process please

I had bloods done by a different consultant last week, I called To book an appointment and they said I should have bloods done. not sure who sees them and how...

I had bloods done by a different consultant last week, I called To book an appoi...

Beachwalk

•27 days ago

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Vaccines

Is there anyone on here that has not taken any vaccines. I would love to hear from you and how you have kept protected etc. I have RA and currently on 2 weekly...

Is there anyone on here that has not taken any vaccines. I would love to hear fr...

Mozza61

•27 days ago

70 Replies

Eye tests

I don't post much on here. Usually because this forum gives me most of the answers and reassurance I need. But I had an eye test at the Optician's...

I don't post much on here. Usually because this forum gives me most of the answe...

Karen4856

•28 days ago

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RA progressing whilst original joints feel under control?

hi I’m on MTX injections for last couple of years since being diagnosed. I have to say, my hands and feet are (touch wood) under control. What I have...

hi I’m on MTX injections for last couple of years since being diagnosed. I...

Chezjay

•28 days ago

4 Replies

Posts - NRAS | HealthUnlocked

NRAS

All posts for October 2024

Adalimumab

Off topic. Can't reply to posts?

Methotrexate issue

Newbie Here

Insomnia (RA & peri-menopause)

Re starting metratrexate and Biologic after been on Antibiotics!

Alcoholic drinks and RA Meds

Fatigue & exercise

Water with MTX

Steroid injection reaction help??

Hair thinning and Methotrexate

Ulna nerve transposition surgery

Mtx hair loss

Blood test fail. Sorry this is just a grumble!

Feeling unwell

Thank you for just getting it!

feeling sorry for myself 😭

Digestive problems

shingles vaccination

Elderly onset of Rheumatoid Arthritis

Uganda

RA and fatigue

Hydroxychloroquine . Second opinion

Golfer's elbow

RA and IBS?

sulfasalazine and methotrexate

Anyone In Brighton that can help me understand the RA clinic process please

Vaccines

Eye tests

RA progressing whilst original joints feel under control?

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