Hi, Im new

nemmy2007

Saw my doctor yesterday after blood tests and X rays and was diagnosed with RA, in my feet and hands (Feet are extremely painful) Was prescribed Naproxen. Have an appointment to see a specialist in 3 weeks. Any idea what will happen when i get to the hospital, tests etc. Thanks everyone.

stickywicket

Hi nemmy2007 and welcome to the forum and to the wonderful world of arthritis :roll: It's many years since I had my first appointment but we have some fairly recent threads on the Living With Arthritis forum. I'll bump one up to near the top for you but, by the time you find it, it could have slid down again a bit I hope it'll be of help. If you've any questions just ask.

nemmy2007

Hi, Thank you very much. Look forward to reading everything. I need as much information as possible. Thanks again xx

hileena111

Hi Nemmy
Welcome to the forums.
Like others its been a long time since my first appointment
One thing I would advise is start now writing out a list now. Aches, Pains, where and when and anything that helps or aggravates them.
Most of us are the same....we go in {if we go without a list} and forget what we want to ask.....we come out {or I do} thinking..OH I forgot to ask a certain thing then I could kick myself.
With it being a first appointment that's the only bit of advice...sorry
Give us a shout on Living With Arthritis before you go and we'll be supporting you

Love
Hileena

barbara12

Hello nemmy2007 and a warm welcome from me
sorry I cant offer any advice I have OA but I'm so glad you have come on the forum, you will get plenty of support and lots of info...good luck with your appointment ..