Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Introduce yourself and meet others

Hello @kozlo52 @blindeyepug @barneythe2nd @nanke99 @vickiekay @tbeckys @iman_im @lisa_sj99 @1825 @callyrae @jewel8888 @boomerexpert,

I'd like to invite you to this new discussion about rheumatoid arthritis, where it will be easier for you to meet other Connect members living with, and talking about RA. Pull up a chair and tell us a bit about yourself.

Sure...how to join?

I would love to be part of the group!

This is so great! Thank you so much for responding.

The process is the same when following, joining and posting in any discussion thread; it's just that formerly, the RA discussions were mixed in with Chronic Pain, Bones, Joints & Muscles, Autoimmune Diseases, and conversations were getting scattered throughout the community.
This discussion or section of the community is dedicated to topics specifically related to rheumatoid arthritis.

Here's a quick refresher about posting your messages and joining in the discussion:

Click “DISCUSS” in the top navigation bar. Then select “Groups” from the drop-down menu.
Click a group that interests you, like Autoimmune Diseases.
Scroll to review a list of the most recent discussions.
Click the title of an interesting discussion, in this example, "Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - Introduce yourself and meet others."
This will take you to the discussion thread where you can read all of the comments.
To add your own comment, scroll to the bottom of the page and type your comment into the “Write your reply here…” box.
Once you have written your comment, click “POST REPLY.”
You can also reply directly to another member’s comment by clicking “REPLY” below their comment.

Please let me know if you have any other questions.
I look forward to connecting you with others, sharing insights, experiences, and suggestions about living with rheumatoid arthritis.

Hi I was diagnosed in 2015 recently I have been having monthly flair ups I was put on methotrexate but just stopped it as I can't stand the side effects. I am going to the Mayo Clinic in may

I appreciate being added, thank you. Hi im Julie, ive had a lot of health concerns this past year. RA is very painful at times. Methotrexate really helps with my joints and fatigue. I do not have rheumatoid factor and also have psoriatic arthritis and lupus. i like the good days and enjoy walks on the beach with my hubby and dog Roxi. Looking forward to discussions with you all.
Julie

Im so happy to hear youll be going to Mayo in May. I understand having to stop medications, sometimes the side effects are too much. I had tried otezla for my skin last year , it made all my tendons hurt. The methotrexate ive been on for 17 yrs, for me its the sweating, yuck. Hoping youll find what works soon. Julie

Hello @gizmanbarb,

Welcome to Connect; thank you so much for introducing yourself and joining the group.

Although for different conditions, we have quite a few members who have used methotrexate; @jerseygirl926, @crhp194, @lisa_sj99, @lorrainechavez, @debcha, @sherw, @emmur16, @sallyann, @luladavis, @rosestea, @julied838, @mswanda, @djfd @amkaloha @taterjoy @lisabeans @zenk @jewel8888 @smgarner1 would you share your experience with this drug?

You may also wish to view these discussions, and tag members there for more insight:
I'm looking for information on Methotrexate for Autoimmune Diseases: http://mayocl.in/2h2kHZY
Is it possible to go off RA drugs by following a plant based diet: http://mayocl.in/2oJgPDN
Side affects from Anastrozole and MCTD leaves my body achey: http://mayocl.in/2p6loo8

@guzmanbarb, what side effects are you experiencing? Has your physician offered other medications to relieve the pain?

Side effects are headaches and being so tired I can't function I stopped taking it

I gave not been diagnosed yet. I too had to stop methotrexate. I got sick from it. I am now taking arava. It is helps a bit but I still have painful days and am exhausted.