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How do I feel now that I take Remicade

Lenora Taylor
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I'm 42 years old and I was officially diagnosed with RA in January...

Lenora Taylor

Monday, September 22, 2008
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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.

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