My first infusion was August 27th, 2008. Almost immediately the pain was gone for several weeks. A few days before my second infusion, I started to get some mild pain back, but nothing to write home about. I seem to get tired (some days more than others), so I take a lot of naps and I seem to not be able to take heat very well---but I don't think is due to the Remicade, but to the fact that I have RA.
I've also gained about 6 lbs. since Feb. 2008, but I think it's because of the 320ml. of cortisone I was given in a very short amount of time to help me with the severe pain before I had decided to take Remicade. I'm going to Weight Watchers to help me manage my weight.
I avoid sick people, I use my ‘Neti Pot" twice a day to prevent sickness and wash my hands constantly. I take high quality Omega-3 capsules, Allegra D and Nasacort twice a day (for allergies). I can also say that I've suffered from chronic ear infections in the past and I have not had ANY problems with my ears in a long time.
Remicade has given me my old life back. I feel great and like my normal self again. I haven't gotten sick and I can say that I'm virtually pain free. I wish I would have done this along time ago.
- Font size
- Email This
- Bookmark
- Was this helpful? Yes
- Save
- RSS
- Report Abuse









