RA

lucy145

hello,

hope everyone is ok and having a good day

ive at last got my blood tests results back and im positive on all the tests for RA, i did expect this but its still a shock to hear it,im going to fight this disease and wont let it beat me but first im going to go get me a bottle of wine and then fight

lucy xx

frogmorton

Dear Lucy

You are a strong woman and as you say were expecting this already. I am so very sorry I know it is still a huge shock - at least you have bravely started on your DMARDs already.

Did you see Saggyoldbagpuss is suffering too?

My heart goes out to both of you and my love too.

Toni xx

lucy145

hi toni

thank you for your kind words, i have just read saggys msg and really feel for her, will send her a msg, at least we all got each other

hope you are ok

lucy xx

tillytop

Hi Lucy

Have just sent you a pm but hadn't seen this message when I sent it. We must have been writing at the same time.

I am so sorry that your diagnosis has now been confirmed through your blood test results. You are right, it IS a shock, even when you are expecting it.

But, as Toni says, you have already taken the first step in the fight, by starting on the sulpha and you have a brilliant fighting spirit which will help you to cope.

You enjoy that bottle of wine Lucy - you deserve it.

Hope you are doing something nice at the weekend?

Chin up chuck, you're not on your own with this.

Lots love and (((())))s

Tilly xxx

spacey

I think you more than deserve a big handful of choccies to go with that wine x

lindalegs

Hi Lucy,

It's a bummer isn't it to hear those words said even if you were expecting them.

I'm glad you've got the fighting spirit that way arthur won't win and completely take over your life - you're in control girl

Even though I've had RA for the better part of my life d'you reckon I can share a glass of wine with you ...........what are we on red, white or rosé?

Luv Legs

alarkra

Hi Lucy,

I'm sorry to hear your news! I was diagnosed in July and it took me a while to accept it... I don't think I completely have yet to be honest. You have the right kick-**** attitude though!!

This forum is a great place for support as everyone here understands what you are going through, I certainly have felt better since coming here.

It's been a big day for a couple of you on this forum, the day you are diagnosed is a day you never forget.

Keep strong and don't let it get you too down - we are here to try and support you!

(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))) xx

alarkra

Hi Lucy,

I'm sorry to hear your news! I was diagnosed in July and it took me a while to accept it... I don't think I completely have yet to be honest. You have the right kick-**** attitude though!!

This forum is a great place for support as everyone here understands what you are going through, I certainly have felt better since coming here.

It's been a big day for a couple of you on this forum, the day you are diagnosed is a day you never forget.

Keep strong and don't let it get you too down - we are here to try and support you!

(((((((((((((HUGS)))))))))) xx

lucy145

thank you all for your lovely comments, is certainly does help knowing i can come on here and talk to you all

theres a glass of wine here for anyone who wants one ive got a white pinot grigio or a red in the cupboard somewhere for anyone who prefers red xx

dorcas

Hi Lucy

sorry to read of your RA diagnosis.... but certainly admire your grit and determination. :? and your choice in wines!

Here's to you and any one else newly diagnosed... !

Iris xxxx

annie_mial

I'll toast with you, Iris.........here's to you, Lucy. All the others have said it for me, good luck to you!

Annie
xx

PS - Mine's a glass of white!

alarkra

Ooo, a glass of Pinot Gris would be wonderful... what a nice way to start the weekend!

ironic

Hi Lucy,
Sorry that you have had such shock. Good that you have already started the Sulpha I do hope it has started to work for you.
Hope the weekend is a relaxing one for you.

Mines a glass of white please.

Lv, Ix

tillytop

Morning Lucy,

Just dropped in to say "hello" and say I am thinking of you.

Love TIlly xxx

lucy145

morning tilly

thank you,hope you are ok and have a lovely day with your family

the sun is out here and hope it is for you too

not sure whether to take my sulpha this morning have noticed quite a large patch of what looks like a burn on my arm and its blistering,i havent burnt myself and it wasnt there yesterday,think i will see how it is as the day goes on.

love lucy xx

tillytop

Hi Lucy

Thanks for your good wishes for today.

Sun IS out here and it is gorgeous, Are you going to manage your shopping trip?

Re your "burn" - sounds nasty? Have you checked whether that is listed on the side effects leaflet? If you are unsure, you could always check with the pharmacist (as long as it isn't your boss?!!!!!)

You could also post on the forum to see if anyone else has had the same thing...

Love Tilly xxx

lucy145 wrote:

morning tilly

thank you,hope you are ok and have a lovely day with your family

the sun is out here and hope it is for you too

not sure whether to take my sulpha this morning have noticed quite a large patch of what looks like a burn on my arm and its blistering,i havent burnt myself and it wasnt there yesterday,think i will see how it is as the day goes on.

love lucy xx

lucy145

hi tilly

ive just checked the leaflet and a skin rash can occur,it says it usually goes if you stop treatment but to contact the dr which i cant do on a saturday,i will go to the local boots and ask the pharmacist there as my boss isnt the right person

im hoping to go shopping but cant yet cos am to stiff and right hip is really painful,but its early yet so will see how it goes later

love lucy xx

frogmorton

Hi Lucy

Just wanted to see if yo are ok today?

Yes do get yourself to see an independent pharmacist today.

Love

Toni xx

lucy145

hi toni


im not to bad thank you,going for a very hot bath then going to go shopping but will go and see a pharmacist first

how are you today?

love lucy xx