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Katalina

posted 11/11/2009, comment (1)

? about flaring

Hello, I am a 63yr old Dx'd with RA+ILD in 04/07. Have been receiving IV infusions of 750mg abatacept since 01/09 along with daily, oral 5mg pred. and IA pred. PRN, usually 40mg in hands/fingers at least every 3 mos. I've flared pretty badly within 48hrs following my last two infusions and am now at day #8 post infusion... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/09/2009, comments (2)

Biological meds and headaches

I'm on my second biological med since April (Enbrel first, now Cimzia). When I first started Enbrel I would get headaches periodically. Since starting Cimzia (once a month injection), I get debilitating migraines. Last month it went on for about 2 weeks after injection. This month, the first week has not been fun. The good news is that my RA... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/09/2009, comment (1)

Diagnosing Rheumatoid Arthritis

for about a year now my hands have been hurting,they tingle and burn and they swell and turn red and the bottom joint and hurt very much.Now they are stiff in the morning and I can not walk very well as my hips and my feet and ankles and knees are stiff and hurt so bad!! It is bad in the morning and after I have sat for awhile and really... 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 11/04/2009, comments (9)

Giving & Receiving Care: The Challenges

I get by with a little help from my friends. - The Beatles What does it do to a relationship if you can't storm off in a huff after a fight with your significant other because you may need to help them go to the bathroom first? And what does it do to a relationship if you feel you can't get angry at your partner because you'll need to pee... Read more Chevron

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