We will be posting the latest information and links in this thread at the top of our dedicated Discussion board. Check here for regular updates on the Corona Virus. We know that many of you will be impacted by the coronavirus (COVID -19) in the UK. Working with the NHS, health professional organisations and charities, we…
Hi everyone, I know this question has been already asked in the passed. I'm having the COVID/FLU booster vaccine in mid October and I have Ankylosing spondiloarthritis, I'm taking methotrexate and biological treatment (Cosentyx Secukinumab monthly injections). My question is should I pospone these after the COVID flu…
Hi everyone, I’m taking 3 x methotrexate and 4 x predistone steroid for a recent flare up and hospital stay. I’m booked for a Covid 19 and flu next week and have conflicting opinions on whether to have them or to wait. Would like your opinion or experiences please 🙏
Hello everyone, I've got Ankylosing Spondiloarthritis and I've just contracted COVID. I'm on immunosuppressors and can't get hold of my rheumatogist fir advice. I'm feeling increasing unwell with high temperature and achy body. I would need to know if I should carry on or pospone my medication. Any advice, pls? Many thanks.
Just to give others the heads up - I tested positive for covid on Tuesday morning so phoned the GP for a telephone appointment. GP phoned late afternoon and thought that I was only wanting advice about what to do about my meds (25mg methotrexate weekly and 200mg hydroxychloroquine daily). When I pointed out that it was to…
Hi, I have suffered for many years with OA pain, but with medication have been able to live with it, I've mostly manage to keep it controlled so I can function, but in the last few days I’ve tested positive for covid and besides dealing with other well known symptoms, I’m finding that the pain in my OA effected joints has…
I had a covid booster on 1st May - my 9th covid injection and the 4th Moderna in a row. For the first time I had a reaction to it. For 3 days afterwards all my joints were aching - not just those historically affected by my PsA. I then had my recommended 2 weeks off methotrexate after the injection during which things were…
I had Covid last December and have recently been experiencing far more pain and loss of mobility than usual. It’s been gradually getting worse since about mid-January. My hands and feet are worst affected and it’s often mid afternoon before things free up and the pain eases. For the last few years I’ve been in the very…
Hello, does anybody know where I can find a brace for my inflamed thumb. I've looked on this site but couldn't find any advice. I wouldn't want to buy the wrong one. Thank you.
Hi everyone, I have been diagnosed with AS. I'm wondering if anybody in this group has had the same experience as me regarding the prescription of this medication: sulfasalanine. I am losing weight at a fast rate althought I do eat well. I read this medicine can cause lost of weight. I'm taking 2 tablets once a day.…
Hi all, not quite sure what to do. I'm having my spring COVID Vac on 3 May and wonder if I should stop taking MTX before and after. I read a few comments on here. Would be happy to know what you were advised. Thank you.
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