Enteropathic arthritis

GAlvey

Hello

I have posted a couple of times with this saying that have been problems getting a diagnosis and wanted to let you know that I saw a second consultant specialising in the less common types yesterday and he thinks it is enteropathic (related to my ulcerative colitis). And after nearly a year I have started meds and have also had treatment for synovitis! The consultant is at the Freeman in Newcastle - a long way for me to travel but if any of you live near it is well worth the journey. Another planet compared to what I have experienced to date. They had ultra sound in each consulting room and I also got a US guided soft tissue injection (with another consultant it was done blind into the joint which I understand is not appropriate for this condition). And no nasty immediate after effects. I am on meloxicam and lansoprasole (to help with the UC). If that doesn't work they will try methotrexate. So fingers crossed and a tentative hooray-let but at least things seem to moving.

Big thanks to everyone for your comments and especially to Lizzy100 who urged me to keep at it. Will keep in touch and let you know how things go.

Catie

That is good news GAlvey and great to hear that you're 'now' receiving such good treatment. I hope that everything goes well for you

Catie

stickywicket

I'm very pleased that thinhs are looking up for you. I hope this continues.