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Rituximab Questions

Posted by cicimee2 @cicimee2, May 17 11:27am

Please share your experience with the retro map infusion.During the infusion and recovery time, as well as benefits.Thank you

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Alta Net | @altabiznet | May 19 9:50pm
In reply to @texasblooms "@altabiznet Definitely relief in joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. After the infusion I felt a lot..." + (show)
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@altabiznet Definitely relief in joint pain, stiffness, and swelling. After the infusion I felt a lot better within a couple of weeks. I had energy, color in my lips and face, didn’t feel fragile, could easily get out of bed, and lifting was easier. I felt amazing.
Before the shot I found it hard to understand and describe my AI symptoms, the body pain clouded my thoughts. I feel I have more clarity.
My mobility is a much better. I can walk barefoot on the tile floor! Pre-Rituxin I had to wear shoes with thick gummy soles.
Today my pain and stiffness are mild and it’s okay if it worsens. I felt better than I did in years and know I can feel that way again.
I wish I could give you a better answer on mobility but my secondary diseases affect how I walk. The pain, stiffness and swelling is better. I’m very careful and sometimes use a cane.
Practicing self love and respect everyday. Wishing everyone a sense of community and togetherness.

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I am glad you are seeing some improvements in your symptoms with Rituximab. I have similar symptoms of stiffness, need to walk on soft soles, and limited overall mobility. Currently I am on Humira, which is making it a little better, but improvements are gradual - it is an injection every 2 weeks. It takes 12 weeks to see more of a response. I am considering switching to Rituximab in hope for better results.

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