Just hoping some of you might be free to hop into my pocket around 10.15 tomorrow as I'm going to the rheumy dept to start injected methotrexate. Needless to say I'm more than a little nervous-hope I can master it :madnoel:
The tablet form has really helped my RA, but makes me feel yukky, so the rheumy nurse suggested trying injections instead- I currently lose 24 hours to an upset tummy and feeling thoroughly miserable and have got to the stage where I dread taking the pills because I know how I'll feel for the next day.
Hope you've all had a good Christmas- we had a lovely family day yesterday, but by bedtime I was completely wiped out with sore hands and feet show for all the time spent in the kitchen! Being married to a vicar the last 2 weeks have been manic but very special, now I'm just weary and looking forward to a few days of peace and quiet with my lovely hubby.
Deb x
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Hope everything goes well ((()))xAnna
I lost 2-3 days a week feeling yuk with the tablets so I can understand how rough you have been feeling. I have been so much better with the injections, so fingers crossed you will be too.
I know what you mean with the overworked hands and standing, still its worth it. I have family coming on Sunday so I am so grateful to have a willing helper....my hubby.
taking folic acid 6 days a week helps with the side effects from MTX ,
Barbara
Sadly today I've got a really painful left wrist and hand, so I'm hoping it will settle quickly, but I've dug out the splints, ladled on the diclofenac gel and now my lovely hubby is taking me out for lunch so I haven't got to do anything in the kitchen. I really am so lucky to be surrounded by family who care
Deb x
Barbara
I have been on meth for a few weeks now, I must admit that the elbows and wrists are starting to calm down, and the shoulders too.. although I did have a mini flare with the wrists yesterday and they are still hurting..
I am feeling really sick though, and like you, I have started to not enjoy meth Wednesday as it's known in my head :madnoel:
I still feel a bit yucky today from last Wednesday....
I am going to stick with it as long as I can though as I am sure it will help and hopefully the nastiness will subside soon...
I dunno how long I am expected to feel sick before they try the injections but I know its early days for me yet.
:xmas_mrgreen:
best wishes and Yorkshire Blokey Hugs from me
xx
Cleo - 1996 to 2011. RIP
Hope everyone had a good Christmas and enjoys the New Year festivities.
Deb x
after a while you will get used to them, im also on methotrexate inject 20mg
weekly.
I take 10 mg folic acid day before methotrexate,but lots of users take on
other days and more.
Tony do you take folic acid tabs day before methotrexate!
happy new year to you all.
mike26 :noel:
I'm also really relieved to report that so far I feel so much better than on the meth tablets- no nausea or tummy upset, just a bit tired. It's such a blessing to approach methotrexate day without dreading the next 24 hours
Thanks to everyone for their support and encouragement. Happy New Year to one and all.
Deb xx
Best of luck. Ritwren