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Eye problems following catheter ablation
As I am experiencing some body aches my GP is testing my ESR, CRP (inflammation markers) and ANA and
rheumatoid
factor
to
test
for autoimmune conditions which can cause inflammation.
As I am experiencing some body aches my GP is testing my ESR, CRP (inflammation markers) and ANA and
rheumatoid
factor
to
test
for autoimmune conditions which can cause inflammation.
Karendeena
in
Atrial Fibrillation Support
1 month ago
Can anyone shed some light on Anti CCP antibodies result?
I’ve just received back some blood
test
results (
Rheumatoid
Factor
and Anti CCP antibodies). The Rheumatoid Factor came back negative but the Anti CCP came back as 10.4 K/UL. The test states that normal range is under 2.9 K/Ul yet mine is over 3 times higher.
I’ve just received back some blood
test
results (
Rheumatoid
Factor
and Anti CCP antibodies). The Rheumatoid Factor came back negative but the Anti CCP came back as 10.4 K/UL. The test states that normal range is under 2.9 K/Ul yet mine is over 3 times higher.
Cheshirecatz
in
NRAS
5 months ago
PMR/GCA and Sjogrens disease
Does anyone have Sjogren’s disease along with PMR/CGA? For months I’ve been struggling with worsening vision in my left eye, and trying to figure out if I was having a flare. The left eye vision is like it was before cataract surgery, worse some times than others, especially after reading. Opthomologist
Does anyone have Sjogren’s disease along with PMR/CGA? For months I’ve been struggling with worsening vision in my left eye, and trying to figure out if I was having a flare. The left eye vision is like it was before cataract surgery, worse some times than others, especially after reading. Opthomologist
Mstiles
in
PMRGCAuk
4 days ago
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Just saw my first rheumatologist yesterday, very confused by diagnosis?
Can you have negative rheumatoid factor, negative CCP antibodies, no pain, stiffness, swelling or symptoms in the small joints (hands, feet etc) & it still be possible to have rheumatoid arthritis? All of my symptoms for the past 5 and 1/2 months seem to be classical PMR (before I started taking prednisone
Can you have negative rheumatoid factor, negative CCP antibodies, no pain, stiffness, swelling or symptoms in the small joints (hands, feet etc) & it still be possible to have rheumatoid arthritis? All of my symptoms for the past 5 and 1/2 months seem to be classical PMR (before I started taking prednisone
LarMarge6
in
PMRGCAuk
4 months ago
Achilles tendonitis and damage due to antibiotic side effect - odd icy sensation?
I have had RA for nearly 10 years, currently on Benepali and Metotrexate injections. Rheumatoid factor 74 and Anti-cpp 600 in 2014 and generally do not score above normal for blood CRP tests (interesting anomaly) even when ultrasound in clinic reviews shows inflammation. As well as small joint hand
I have had RA for nearly 10 years, currently on Benepali and Metotrexate injections. Rheumatoid factor 74 and Anti-cpp 600 in 2014 and generally do not score above normal for blood CRP tests (interesting anomaly) even when ultrasound in clinic reviews shows inflammation. As well as small joint hand
Braecoon
in
NRAS
4 months ago
⁹Newbie: can anybody help with local support to me? Surrey/Sussex/South London
Hello! I was diagnosed with UCTD 3 years ago after contracting awful covid. However during routine check-up bloods last month, for the first time, my Rheu picked up positive Lupus screen, ANA, rheumatoid factor alongside others i cant remember. (I have always had a negative autoimmune panel, but high
Hello! I was diagnosed with UCTD 3 years ago after contracting awful covid. However during routine check-up bloods last month, for the first time, my Rheu picked up positive Lupus screen, ANA, rheumatoid factor alongside others i cant remember. (I have always had a negative autoimmune panel, but high
Gm131987
in
LUPUS UK
4 months ago
Have I got RA ?
Hi I have been taking Prednisolone for PMR for 18 months and now on 5mg each morning under the care of a Rhuematologist . I have had Osteoarthritis for a good few years mainly in my finger joints . My Dr is now questioning if I have RA because my middle finger on the right hand is markedly more swollen
Hi I have been taking Prednisolone for PMR for 18 months and now on 5mg each morning under the care of a Rhuematologist . I have had Osteoarthritis for a good few years mainly in my finger joints . My Dr is now questioning if I have RA because my middle finger on the right hand is markedly more swollen
5goFlotilla
in
NRAS
7 months ago
INSECT BITE OVERREACTION Could this trigger lupus or lupus like reaction?
She tested for Lymes Disease and
Rheumatoid
factor
. Lymes Disease
test
negative so far. I don't recall a tick. But the initial bite looked typical of tick bite. She said inflammatory markers elevated but didnt specify which ones showed this.
She tested for Lymes Disease and
Rheumatoid
factor
. Lymes Disease
test
negative so far. I don't recall a tick. But the initial bite looked typical of tick bite. She said inflammatory markers elevated but didnt specify which ones showed this.
Mmef1304
in
LUPUS UK
6 months ago
Positive rheumatoid factor and CCP
Hi ,Will try to make a long story short. In 2018 I had a RF of 381 at the time was told its not RA but osteoarthritis and my raised RF was due to my dad having severe RA so no treatment. Just over 6 weeks ago I had pain in hands so went to GP who did blood tests my RF is now 945.4 a ccp blood test has
Hi ,Will try to make a long story short. In 2018 I had a RF of 381 at the time was told its not RA but osteoarthritis and my raised RF was due to my dad having severe RA so no treatment. Just over 6 weeks ago I had pain in hands so went to GP who did blood tests my RF is now 945.4 a ccp blood test has
nomoney
in
NRAS
4 days ago
Would I absorb B12 in tablet form if I had PA?
Hi all, On a hunt to figure out the cause of my continued iron loss... Had an iron infusion in July 2021 and I'm now back to deficiency. GP has done all they can, confirmed by private GP. The guidelines now assume iron loss is related to periods... except mine are very light and only last a day so
Hi all, On a hunt to figure out the cause of my continued iron loss... Had an iron infusion in July 2021 and I'm now back to deficiency. GP has done all they can, confirmed by private GP. The guidelines now assume iron loss is related to periods... except mine are very light and only last a day so
WitchingHour2point0
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
8 days ago
high mcv on blood work
Hello all, so I got my blood work cbc back on line today and my MCV is at 101 higher than before ,platelets are at 227 closer to the bottom range and my hemoglobin is 14.5 range and RDW is at the bottom line of range 11.7. I visit my Dr. on the 2nd next week. my liver enzymes are high as well alt and
Hello all, so I got my blood work cbc back on line today and my MCV is at 101 higher than before ,platelets are at 227 closer to the bottom range and my hemoglobin is 14.5 range and RDW is at the bottom line of range 11.7. I visit my Dr. on the 2nd next week. my liver enzymes are high as well alt and
JesusMercy60
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
21 days ago
Confusing biopsy results
I was diagnosed with PA early 2023 after years of feeling hopeless and helpless, ( raised MCV , low 'normal' serum B12, positive Parietal Cell antibodies, no intrinsic factor antibodies) and I am SI B12 regularly, to which I am responding well, and finally starting to feel like I am coming out the
I was diagnosed with PA early 2023 after years of feeling hopeless and helpless, ( raised MCV , low 'normal' serum B12, positive Parietal Cell antibodies, no intrinsic factor antibodies) and I am SI B12 regularly, to which I am responding well, and finally starting to feel like I am coming out the
DiSews
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
23 days ago
Diarrhoea can be a symptom of vitamin B12 deficiency!
So if you get these other symptoms or a number of them as well, it's worth getting your B12 checked out with a doctor. The symptoms are: *Rapid breathing or shortness of breath *Headaches *Indigestion *Loss of appetite *Palpitations *Vision problems *Weakness and/or tiredness
So if you get these other symptoms or a number of them as well, it's worth getting your B12 checked out with a doctor. The symptoms are: *Rapid breathing or shortness of breath *Headaches *Indigestion *Loss of appetite *Palpitations *Vision problems *Weakness and/or tiredness
Luisa22
in
IBS Network
25 days ago
Can PMR last for 5years+?
Hi allI was diagnosed with PMR in March 2019 after sudden onset of symptoms. CPR 95.3, ESR 71 which came down quickly after 15mg pred. Reduced to 5mg first year which continued for a further 3 years, then down to 2.5mg in the 5th year. From March 2023, neck and shoulder problems and flare December 2023
Hi allI was diagnosed with PMR in March 2019 after sudden onset of symptoms. CPR 95.3, ESR 71 which came down quickly after 15mg pred. Reduced to 5mg first year which continued for a further 3 years, then down to 2.5mg in the 5th year. From March 2023, neck and shoulder problems and flare December 2023
Phoebe12345
in
PMRGCAuk
28 days ago
Self-care while waiting for diagnosis
Hello everyone, I recently went to my family doctor about an achey burning in my hips, shoulders and neck that is much worse in the morning, ongoing for about a month now. Getting out of bed and up from chairs is suddenly very difficult (but gets easier by about supper time). My appetite is also down
Hello everyone, I recently went to my family doctor about an achey burning in my hips, shoulders and neck that is much worse in the morning, ongoing for about a month now. Getting out of bed and up from chairs is suddenly very difficult (but gets easier by about supper time). My appetite is also down
Bunchberry
in
PMRGCAuk
2 months ago
How overcome a high B12 test from when I must supplement to function?
Both intrinsic factor and parietal antibody tests were positive ("abnormal") with B12 >2000. Methylmalonic Acid is normal at .28. I have Hashimoto's and other autoimmune conditions and I recently learned my mom was being treated for PA when she passed. After suffering so many of the symptoms of PA for
Both intrinsic factor and parietal antibody tests were positive ("abnormal") with B12 >2000. Methylmalonic Acid is normal at .28. I have Hashimoto's and other autoimmune conditions and I recently learned my mom was being treated for PA when she passed. After suffering so many of the symptoms of PA for
Pamelayne
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
2 months ago
Intrinsic Factor result
bit disappointing it didn’t come back positive., but I know they don’t always accurately reflect the underlying condition.It also means my pernicious anaemia could be due to long term use of PPIs rather than autoimmune gastritis. (By the way stopped PPIs in December last year) .
bit disappointing it didn’t come back positive., but I know they don’t always accurately reflect the underlying condition.It also means my pernicious anaemia could be due to long term use of PPIs rather than autoimmune gastritis. (By the way stopped PPIs in December last year) .
Chickens44
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
2 months ago
Seeking Diagnostic/Treatment Ideas
As an American living among far less progressive standards I’m so glad to discover this community. I’ve been trying to focus my brain cells to make this brief as I can. Thanks in advance for your generous reading. I’m a 60 year-old female who has for five years reported memory and cognition changes
As an American living among far less progressive standards I’m so glad to discover this community. I’ve been trying to focus my brain cells to make this brief as I can. Thanks in advance for your generous reading. I’m a 60 year-old female who has for five years reported memory and cognition changes
Pamelayne
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
2 months ago
Hi, I'm sure it's been answered before,but can't seem to locate...is it OK to test for I.Factor after loading doses please? If not why?
Hi, I've had one Intrinsic factor test before which came in under range. I know its a test that can take a few times to show up.pisitive & kick myself for not trying it again before this loading dose. Was concerned at asking for tests for other things & forgot about this...appreciate any thoughts & would
Hi, I've had one Intrinsic factor test before which came in under range. I know its a test that can take a few times to show up.pisitive & kick myself for not trying it again before this loading dose. Was concerned at asking for tests for other things & forgot about this...appreciate any thoughts & would
Jo5454
in
Pernicious Anaemia Society
3 months ago
Figuring things out - first year since diagnosis
Hi, I'm posting here as I don't know anyone in real life with lupus and have been struggling to work out what my expectations should be in terms of symptoms. I was diagnosed just over a year ago following about a year of strange symptoms - GI issues, weight loss, Raynaud's, mouth ulcers, hand and wrist
Hi, I'm posting here as I don't know anyone in real life with lupus and have been struggling to work out what my expectations should be in terms of symptoms. I was diagnosed just over a year ago following about a year of strange symptoms - GI issues, weight loss, Raynaud's, mouth ulcers, hand and wrist
CGSLE
in
LUPUS UK
4 months ago
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