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RA severe pain, what helps?

Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Dec 31, 2023 | Replies (35)

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We have very similar paths. I’ve had RA 12 years , have been on Humira, Enbrel, and now Remicade. A couple of months ago I felt so stable I actually asked my Rheumy if we should consider reducing dosage or frequency. He said let’s review after first of year. Ha! Now I’m in flare and can hardly stand from a chair. I don’t take narcotics and can’t take ibuprofen.. so not much left except heat, ice, and massage. And rarely prednisone, which is wonderful but has to be limited if I’m to preserve bone density.

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That must be so discouraging. I totally get it about pain moving from standing to sitting and vice versa. People have suggested arnica cream to help. My son just bought me some but I haven’t tried it yet. I use Icy hot and it helps somewhat. Takes about 15 minutes to feel a difference. Sometimes the difference is enough to stand or sit without screaming….😊