Hi everyone, I have been advised to start methotrexate for PSa. I have done all my reading and I think I have properly scared myself to death. I have popped my first pills, had the folic acid in preceding days and am just wondering when and if any of the side effects will show their face. This website has been really…
Hello there to you all, I just found this website today after reaching the end of my rope (almost) finding out about potentially another year before i get my hip replacement On NHS. The last 6 months have been a rapid progression in pain and although i keep as active as possible (bit of walking/cycling/swimming) the…
I’m due to have a midfoot fusion and bone graft on the 30th may I am worried sick about I am gonna get about the thought of it is scaring me to death I’ve had many surgeries but this one in particular scares me
Hi Everyone, please excuse me if my grammar/whatever is poor as I am currently in a bit of a state emotionally and struggling to cope. About a year and a half ago (age 26, female) I began to have hip pain, was living in Australia at the time where I saw a doctor, X-ray and ultrasound suggested Bursitis (steroid injection…
Hi, has anyone travelled using a sunflower lanyard, and is it recognised abroad? I'm travelling to Portugal (Faro airport). Does anyone also know where I can obtain an ID card for the lanyard stating I have arthritis and may need extra help/time. Thanks in advance
Edit: identical post removed hi. I’ve been living with arthritis for over 20 years. Both hips replaced and a flat neck on one side. Recently I’ve been diagnosed with chonedrocalcinosis in both knees. Painful condition. Besides the mental trauma I was wondering if anyone else has had any positive experience with this…
Hi all, I am 27 got diagnosed with RA 2.5 years ago with no family history, it is tough to handle daily activities with pain I am on HCQS, Sazo and MTX I have swelling, pain and stiffness on my wrist since a month and had lot of pain on shoulder, ankle, elbow What are other ways other than taking medication towards healing…
Well this morning at 4.58 I managed to make my self a hot drink. First time since 17 th of April. Pukka do these lovely Night Time teas, they really help me sleep. Four in the evenings , with time in-between whilst watching TV really make me so sleepy. I can heartly recommend any herbal tea for sleep. If you struggle with…
Hello, I wonder whether anyone can help. My wife as arthritis in her fingers and as a result, she cannot wear her wedding ring any more. She has to have it on a necklace, not ideal and I would like to find an adjustable gold ring that she can wear. Has anyone come across this please. Not the biggest issue I know, but it…
Hi. Has anyone had travel insurance to attend a conference as a patient participant (i.e. in an unpaid, voluntary capacity) combined with a few days holiday?
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