Rheumatoid Arthritis - All People Who Are Living In "MO"

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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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bj in pain everyday

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I am a married, 38, mother of 2 teenage boys.

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posted 04/08/2009, comments (4)

Sources of Information

Why is all of the RA sources of information geared toward the 50 and older crowed? I am frustrated that I can't find any helpful information on how to live with this illness and work full time and raise teens. Everything I read includes a statement like "you might want to take a leave from work or change your job all together". Given the... Read more Chevron

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posted 11/20/2008, comments (3)

I need medication.....

I am 32 years old and have been diagnosed with RA just at the begining of this year. I also have heart disease and some kidney problems from the RA meds I was on: methotrexate and arava and mobic. Is there any other medication that I can take that won't interfer with my heart condition? My rheumy is concerned and doesn't know... Read more Chevron

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