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Mom in the Midwest

posted 11/18/2009, comments (0)

Darkening of the gums...RX side effects?

I have recently experienced dark places on my lower gums. I am on methotrexate, plaquenil, enbrel and ultram. I have excellent oral hygiene and have never experienced any problems with my teeth. I went to the dentist yesterday to confirm it was not gum disease or cancer he assured me it was not and went back today a for my... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/05/2009, comments (3)

Natural supplements for RA

My mom is on the following supplements in addition to methotrexate and NSAIDs (Aleve). - Nordic Naturals Ultimate Omega Liquid (1 - 2 tsp per day) - Glucosamine with Chondroitin- 1.5 gm/day + 600mg (Enzymatic Therapy) - MSM - 2 gm/day (Enzymatic Therapy) - Lyprinol - 4 capsules per day (Enzymatic Therapy) Is there... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/23/2009, comment (1)

Methotrexate "ClingOns"

Hi Everyone - I've just switched to having Methotrexate on Friday nite (20mg) and I have a few questions about the side-effects.. Is it REALLY possible to be feeling Fog Brain right up until Wednesday the next week? I manage about 20 staff, and they will come and talk to me and its like I'm peering at them through a mental cloud! I haven't... Read more Chevron

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posted 10/11/2009, comment (1)

Living with RA

Living with RA.

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posted 10/07/2009, comments (57)

Fired By My Rheumie!

I have been "let go" by my Rheumatologist. This is very new to me. I've never been "fired" by a doctor before! It's also frustrating as all get out! I was diagnosed with RA on 4/24/09. My Rheumie put me on Methotrexate 2.5mg 6 pills per week. I started feeling better. But I still had pain. Rheumie then upped my Methotrexate from 6 pills per... Read more Chevron

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