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Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Introduce yourself and meet others

Posted by Kanaaz Pereira, Connect Moderator @kanaazpereira, Mar 30, 2017

Let's talk about living with rheumatoid arthritis.
As moderator of the Autoimmune Diseases group, I noticed that several people were talking about RA, but those conversations were scattered throughout the community. I thought I would start this discussion to bring us all together in one place.

Let’s grab a cup of tea, or beverage of choice, and let's chat. Why not start by introducing yourself?

Interested in more discussions like this? Go to the Autoimmune Diseases Support Group.

jerkyjefr | @jerkyjefr | 8 hours ago
In reply to @annelia "Yes ... be aware that Aleve was investigated a few years back for heart problems. It..." + (show)
@annelia

Yes ... be aware that Aleve was investigated a few years back for heart problems. It is sad because I found it worked well but can't take the chance and changed to tylenol (rapid release) I too use Voltaren , it helps some times .. I also use probiotics for over all health .. I think it helps . I used to have so many supplements but had to cut back because I just didn't know if they were helping or not ... some of them quite pricey.

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Yes, supps are not helping if in excess. Doc will tell u most just pass. Blood tests will show if any are needed. I had same issue with pain relief. I use topical Salonpas, very good lasting help. All nsaid pain relief accumulate in the body over time and can cause multiple issues. Keep legs elevated as much as possible, compression stockings for circulation, stress management very important. Stress can take u down, take a walk, read a book, watch birds play in a lake. Do what u need to to minimize stress. Life in constant pain is disheartening, fight back and remove stress. Regards.

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gofishto | @gofishto | 6 hours ago

When I was 1st diagnosed I was on methotrexate 12mg, hydochloquin
5mg steroids helped little but
Hydrochloriquin made my cataracts grow

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jerkyjefr | @jerkyjefr | 2 hours ago
In reply to @catartist "Thanks Jerkyjef- funny about hydroxiclorogine - I took that for years and years for decade modifying..." + (show)
@catartist

Thanks Jerkyjef- funny about hydroxiclorogine - I took that for years and years for decade modifying RA - not one problem. Drs took me off of 30 years or so due to length of use and heart problems possible - but never had heart problems- ??? Darn! Oren is doesn’t work as well I haven’t thought

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I am on short time. Keep abreast of any issue with same drug. My doc has me convinced he is the best I have up to now. Let know if you get back to the Doxy. Regards.

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