I've been advised by the health centre to try swimming for my arthritis issues. Having been a handful of times now though, I am barely able to move the next day. I appreciate it takes a while to get used to things, but has anybody else tried swimming and it's just not helped? I was fortunate enough to find a private pool,…
Hi all. Advice needed. I had blood test Tuesday. Results came back today,all normal? I don't understand, I visibly cannot walk properly anymore,my hands are swollen and hurt so bad ,I struggle so much to carry out normal tasks,I saw a gp on the Monday before my blood test, she could see how bad I've become. I'm so…
I had my first injection of methotrexate 10mg yesterday.Today I have a bad headache and feel really tired.I took 5mg folic acid tablet today as advised by the RA nurse and she told me I can take it every day apart from injection day if my side effects are bad.My question is how long do the side effects normally last and do…
Can I take my methotrexate in the evening before bed to avoid being sick in work on a Monday Thanks ian
Hi all, after a long process of tests, during 3 years, I've finally been diagnosed with AS. Initially, I was diagnosed with PMR then Seronegative arthritis and now AS as well. It has been a real battle to get a diagnostic. I'm suffering from the hips and lower back, shoulders and knees. Also feeling some pain in ankles and…
I am new to the group. I'm in unbelievable pain despite taking co codamol, naproxen and baclofen. I'm feeling really down. I'm meant to go on holiday next week but I can't see how I'll manage. How long do flare ups last? What causes them?
Hubby diagnosed 6 months still not under control on methotrexate and steroids had to stop sulfasalazine due to bad reaction. He is suffering with head problems and funny turns with chronic fatigue and was wondering if this is common he has symptoms every day . Any information would be appreciated thanks Sandra
Hi there, I had TKR 6 months ago and although the arthritic pain has gone my knee is still stiff and tight. I still exercise for 30 min every day, walk around 6000 steps daily and practice yoga twice weekly. The bend is limited to just over 100 degrees and I can almost fully straighten it now. Can anyone tell me if this…
Hello, I dont usually get involved in online communities as I feel I have nothing to complain about when I see other stories, however I am really struggling at the moment and am looking for some help. I was first diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my early 20s, by a Rhuematologist who told me 'just get on with it', I…
I have Rheumatoid Arthritis which I feel is mainly under control however my feet are red at times and I have a vibration sensation in them after walking and sometimes at rest.I also have a feeling of unbalance not enough to fall thankfully I take methotrexate and hydroxychloroquine not sure if they are related I will ask…
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