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Can methotrexate and/or hydroxychloroquine make RA worse?

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Feb 6, 2023 | Replies (24)
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I'm so happy this worked for you! I know what a miracle prednisone can be. I will say that after 3 years of prednisone I developed cataracts, nearly overnight, and have had 4 corrective surgeries so far. I also have a leak behind my retna that causes fluid to build up and make my vision appear as if I am looking through a fun house mirror. I finally had to give up steroids and that choice landed me in bed for the better part of 10 weeks. Eight months later and I am still not fully okay and my vision isn't great. I miss prednisone every time I have to move my body, but I had to choose between sight and lowered mobility. I hope this is helpful. My suggestion is, don't stay on it too long and have your optometrist check for the beginning of cataracts, so many don't know to look.

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glynnissorrentino9 | @glynnissorrentino9 | Apr 3, 2022

Hi Good Day ,
In reading your issue regarding prednisone I also had been taking it for over a year and half. I have had thinning of my skin, weight gain while taking with moon face and the beginning of a hump on my back. I was treated for RA but it took awhile to diagnose. My Dr is a very good communicated as I found a new one closer to where I live. I trust her. She did change my methotrexate RX to another one and on Simponi infusions. It helps a bit but just restarted the biologics 2 month ago and takes awhile to build up . I am a painter , this disease has made it very difficult to paint as it has affected my hands, wrists and elbow which I wrap daily and have had OT which has helped me with splints and exercise but try not to use my hands to much except painting and cooking.
Wish you better health and blessings.
Glynnis

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