Celebrex

My rheumatologist wanted me to try taking Celebrex as needed for pain, or could take it twice a day if I needed to. We had a very rainy and cold spring, so I was having more stiffness than usual. I began taking the Celebrex and after a month of taking it I was in so much pain, that it seemed like I was a having a flare. My morning stiffness was lasting for hours and fatigue was unbearable. I could not sleep well because of the pain. I quit taking the Celebrex and after a few days I was feeling better. When I returned to my rheumatologist I explained the reaction I had to the Celebrex and she looked at me like I was crazy. She said she had never heard of anyone having a reaction like that before. She wants me to try taking again, but I am reluctant to do that lab experiment again. Has anyone else had that type of side effects from Celebrex?

Thanks to all of you,

Angela