I am newly diagnosed with RA. I have been prescribed Methotextrate, 4 tabs once a week. I have only taken 2 dosages so far, no relief yet. My question is how soon before I start to feel some relief? Also, does RA cause burning muscle pain. I have constant muscle stiffness all over my body, and sometimes the muscle feel as if they are inflamed. The doctor doesn't think i have fibroymyalgia because I don't have deep muscle pain when touched. My muscle pain is more stiffness all over, and the feeling that the muscles are inflamed.


Methotrexate seemed to kick in after week 3. I am also taking Ibuprofen, Tramadol, Prednisone, Folic Acid and Vit D.
Thanks so much for your help! It makes me feel better talking to others that are going through the same thing. I've always been healthy, so it is hard for me to accept that I now have a disease. I'm hoping the meds will work. Dr. said they think I am in the early stages. I really don't have too much joint pain, just some in my fingers. Main problem is the muscle pain all over my body. I wish you well with your treatment! Sincerely, Christine