bruises

helend
helend Member Posts: 35
edited 5. Nov 2010, 12:00 in Living with Arthritis archive
hi i have been taking methotrexate for 6 months took it on friday and now my arms seen to have came out in bruises my arms and fingers really hurt.I have RA in fingers, wrists,toes,feet,legs and arms.has anyone idea what is causing the bruising.Really don't want to go to the doctor again I'm sure he thinks im a hypochondriac,but hate to admit i am a little freaked out by the massive bruising.Any advice or info welcome helend

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  • speedalong
    speedalong Member Posts: 3,315
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi,

    I really think you should go and see you your GP.

    However if you are worried about going to see him you could ring NHS direct or see a pharmacist for advice - they will more than likely say see your Gp but then you can say to him that you have been advised to see him.

    Let us know how things go.

    Speedy
    I have had OA since mid twenties. It affects my hips and knees. I had a THR on the left aged 30 and now have a resurface-replacement on the right - done May 2010.
  • skezier
    skezier Member Posts: 11,333
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Helen,

    Nice to meet you and welcome to the forums :D

    I like speedy and think you would be best to get some advice. Try not to worry and let us know how you get on please? Cris x
  • pennycrayon
    pennycrayon Member Posts: 69
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi

    Methotrexate can cause bruising and if you get it you need to get checked out eg a blood test. I had the same problem and my rheummy nurse ordered some extra bloods to make sure that everything is ok. They will take you off it if there is a problem but I am sure you will be fine. Get in touch with your nurse or doc as others have suggested and get it checked out

    Penny
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    I have a fair few bruises. I don't know if it's the meth or not, I think for me the more likely culprit is the prednisalone. I bruised very badly when I started sulphasalazine but that soon settled. My bloods are fine, so I am not that bothered, but if you are then go and get it checked out. That is always the best thing to do. These meds are not pleasant, they can cause problems, and that is why doctors are there. I wish you well. DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,087
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi Helen

    You could always start with the pharmacist? they know loads of useful stuff and at least can advise?

    My friend had this and was only on tramadol, lansoprazole and ibuprofen - her doc said it was one of those, but me being me i am sorry I cant remember which :oops:

    Do get it sorted to be on teh safe side though.

    Love

    toni xx
  • barbara12
    barbara12 Member Posts: 21,281
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Im with Toni on this, if you see your pharmacist first, and they tell you to go to your GP, then you wont feel has bad going.
    Please let us know how you get on
    Barbara x
    Love
    Barbara
  • helend
    helend Member Posts: 35
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    thanks everyone for taking the time to reply. I have made an appointment to see my GP ans will let you know how i get on.
    thanks, Helend
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Please do. These things can be worrying, I hope everything is OK. DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • c4thyg
    c4thyg Member Posts: 542
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    You MUST see the GP. I don't want to scare you as it could be anything but on the other hand it is a serious symptom. It was how I first got diagnosed with ITP (my clotting cells are destroyed by my immune system). ITP is very rare so don't panic but please do get it checked out asap.

    Cath xx
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hi helend, have you been to see your GP? DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • helend
    helend Member Posts: 35
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    dreamdaisy wrote:
    Hi helend, have you been to see your GP? DD
    Hi Thanks for your concern not been to see him yet I have had a phone call telling me to contact the surgery.Dont want to. thats what happened before they told me I had RA..I know I am being stupid, have deleted the message will give myself a talking to and contact surgery this week.Really bad patient dont go for my blood tests.If I have a good day convince myself I dont need Methotrexate.Still in denial.helend :oops:
  • salamander
    salamander Member Posts: 1,906
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Haven't you got a specialist nurse? Ring them up, or your consultant. Who does your blood tests, hospital or surgery? I would call whoever does them and is in charge of prescribing. My gp won't interfere with my rheumy drugs as she says it is a specialist area.
  • woodbon
    woodbon Member Posts: 4,969
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Hello, I agree with the others, you need to get some advice from your doctor. I know some medications increase bruising but, better to be sure! :wink: Love Sue
  • helend
    helend Member Posts: 35
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    salamander wrote:
    Haven't you got a specialist nurse? Ring them up, or your consultant. Who does your blood tests, hospital or surgery? I would call whoever does them and is in charge of prescribing. My gp won't interfere with my rheumy drugs as she says it is a specialist area.

    thanks to everybody for the advice I am going to get my bloods checked tomorrow will let you know how i got on so glad to have all of you to turn to xxx helend :)
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,087
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Good luck Helen

    Dont forget to let us know what it was.

    Love

    toni xx
  • helend
    helend Member Posts: 35
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    frogmorton wrote:
    Good luck Helen

    Dont forget to let us know what it was.

    Love

    toni xx
    Hi had my blood tests done today they struggled to find a vein to use feel really tired and sore today.Every bodys concern on the forum makes me feel all sorts of emotions.Happy I am not alone,A bit humble I am not nearly as bad off as a lot of you and in a funny way thanful for this damn illness without I wouldnt know such kindness,Got to go now before I cry Thanks love Helendxxx :oops:
  • speedalong
    speedalong Member Posts: 3,315
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    HI Helend,

    glad you got the bloods done and sorry you are sore from their efforts. Did you get them to take a peek at your bruises? What did they say?

    Speedy
    I have had OA since mid twenties. It affects my hips and knees. I had a THR on the left aged 30 and now have a resurface-replacement on the right - done May 2010.
  • dreamdaisy
    dreamdaisy Member Posts: 31,520
    edited 5. Nov 2010, 12:03
    Hi helen, I am glad you did your bloods nad I hope the results are OK. Make sure you get them! Are the bruises still there? If so you should really see someone: I am sure it is just the meds (they affect people differently) but as it was worrying you it is best to be sure. Take care. DD
    Have you got the despatches? No, I always walk like this. Eddie Braben
  • frogmorton
    frogmorton Member Posts: 30,087
    edited 30. Nov -1, 00:00
    Ah Helen

    Bless you!

    that is how I feel a bit unworthy of all thsi kindness :oops:

    But you will return te favour so thats ok eh?

    Glad you ahd your bloods done - dont forget to let us know what they think too.

    Oh and bawling is theraputic :wink:

    lOve

    toni xx

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