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@candrgonzalez

Sorry to hear that you have all these health issues. I was diagnosed with RA at age 42 (now 59)- I was started on Methotrexate for many years but I was having side effects and no improvement. Finally I found a good Rheumatologist that tried different medications (little improvement- I was in pain 24/7) and then 3 years ago he prescribed Xeljanz 5mg twice a day and finally I felt better. I still get some flares but not as often or severe (I use heat, Tylenol and some Ibuprofen when I have a flare). My daughter told me to try a gluten free diet- that is helping with my inflammation (my blood work 2 months ago showed no inflammation). I am taking the Xeljans now only once daily. Unfortunately, now I'm seeing pain management because I have damage (arthritis) to my cervical spine, lumbar spine and feet. I hope you find a medication that really helps with your RA symptoms. Good luck and God Bless you...

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Do you feel that if you started out on Xrljans sooner that you would of not had as much damage as you are dealing with know. I'm so sorry you are going through so much as well.