👋. This is my first return since August 2022. I did get to take the methotrexate, but it had to stop because my liver complained. After a long time being ignored I was started on more pills. Now awaiting biologics to arrive. In the very long time in limbo my hands have completely changed. Now officially 'very bad' and…
I’ve got osteoarthritis diagnosed from a bone scan 10 years ago whilst going through breast cancer treatment. I didn’t think much of it at the time as I had more serious things to think about. Over the years it’s got worse but one thing I’ve noticed is that I often feel unwell like a major hangover or jet lag. I’m way past…
Hi, My name is Jenny, I am a 68 year old retired Midwife, and suffering with a of of pain. Originally this was in my hands,mainly my right hand (my dominant one), later it has progressed to my R elbow and r shoulder. I am now getting pain starting in my left shoulder and my knees. I have been trying to get a diagnoses and…
I am wondering if anyone uses protein. If so which one and does it make a difference. Thank you Tom
Hi, I have had problems with weak arms for a number of years now and have problems carrying shopping and opening jars. I had to give up working as a self employed cleaner. This morning my left arm feels like I have hit my "funny bone". My left hand feels stiff and there's a numb, tingly ache from the inside of my elbow…
Hi everyone, I have just joined the site. A little background. Will keep it short. Had knee injury 21yrs ago which brought on OA. Had no to mild pain up until 18 months ago. Where after MTI, CT scan etc I have stage 4 medial and patellofemorall OA. Had arthroscopy and injection therapy in the last 3-4 months which have not…
Hi. I had partial knee replacement on 18th April. During surgery my tibia split and was pinned. This has meant I have been non weightbaring for the last 6 weeks. NHS waiting lists mean that my extra 2 week post op check is not happening until this week. I know this is really rare risk (less than 1%) but did anyone…
Hi, I have had moderate arthritis for some time, which I have been managing with regular exercise (yoga, tai chi and walking) and maintaining a healthy diet, but I recently started to get more stiffness and pain in one of my hips, so was sent for an x-ray. It turns out I now have advanced osteoarthritis in that hip and…
Taking Methotrexate but feeling very low and irritated 😒
It’s coming up for three months since I have had a prescription for Hydroxychloroquine, 1 X 200mg per day. I announced to my OH that I thought it had started to have an effect on me. The description I gave might not be the best having thought about it for at least two seconds, it made me smile later though. I likened the…
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