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PMS & flare ups

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KarenK37
KarenK37 Posts: 125 Member
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Okay so today I had an appt. w the OB/Gyn and found out that flare ups can be related to PMS. She told me that when you get your period your estrogen is low and this is what causes flare ups in people with RA. I was surprised to find this out because I always thought during that week I felt extra tired and noticed slight flares. So just a little extra awareness for all you women out there suffering from RA.

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  • nickylcg
    nickylcg Posts: 7
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    I truly believe this. Since my diagnosis, I have paid more attention to my flares. Definite link.
  • KarenK37
    KarenK37 Posts: 125 Member
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    Since this last post I have been taking the pill that you can go 3 months without a period and I have to say I notice a difference. I usually get migraines also at that time and now I have not had a migraine for 3months!! Amen!
    Definitely recommend talking to your doctor I was very surprised when she told me.

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