Is this normal ?

Hi everyone,

I was diagnosed with R/A 3 years ago, and after all the treatment and meds I now find myself in even more pain than ever.

I am working my way up to 20mgs Methotrexate in the usual weekly fashion. At present I am taking 12.5mgs via subcut injection, however after my last 2 jabs, I found my pain increasing severely - even in areas that had never been affected before. I had my jab on Wednesday last, and I have not been able to get out of the house since, mainly because I find it soooo difficult to walk or even to get shoes on. My hands and neck are also so much more painful than normal, and my new pain is in my jaw. I asked my doctor if this was normal to feel so ill, when this "wonder drug" is supposed to do the opposite. He didnt know the answer to my question and advised me to ask the rheumy clinic I attend. They say they have never heard of this happening, but to continue with the Methotrexate as before. I go for my jab tomorrow and I am anxious about how it will affect me for another week.

I would like to ask if anyone out there has had the same experience?

Many thanks

Debs