Hi, I'm new to this group.I was diagnosed with RA 2 years ago.
I take sulfasalazine ,methotrexate injection 25mg and I'm prescribed naproxen to help with the pain.
My hands,fingers, wrists and elbows are very painful.
I was in clinic for blood tests last week and the doctor has suggested I start biologic treatment.
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Hi @Lynnk - Welcome to the online community!
I see you've had a Rheumatoid Arthritis diagnosis for a couple of years - you most feel pain in your hands, fingers wrists and elbows. You're on medication ofr the pain, and your doctor has recently suggested you start a biologic treatment.
I imagine you already know some about Rheumatoid Arhthtitis, but I've linked to the information we have on it in case you want to double check your information. Biologic treatments are a type of disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs) which can work really well. Like most arthritis drugs there are multiple ones to try, so I've linked the information below so you can have a look at whichever ones your doctor has suggested.
I'd also have a look at the informatrion on your elbows and hand and wrist pain, in case there's something there which can help you with your pain.
Do have a look around community and join in some of the other discussions - we're a very friendly bunch 😊
Lovely top meet you!
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