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I joined MFP near the end of June and would love to find other RA people also. I started treatment for RA about 18 years ago, and have been through lots of different treatments. Still looking for the one that brings remission for me. Sending a friend request. Anyone else looking for RA friends, please feel free to add me.…
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Hi there. You can have a test for blood test to check for celiac disease, my GP did this for me. Also, some people have an intolerance/allergy rather than celiac, and an allergist can check for this. I was told that prednisone could alter the test results. If you are worried about truly having celiac, you would want to see…
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I took methotrexate injections and was so nervous about starting it also. I did have nausea and some tummy upset, but I've been told those problems are less on the injectable than the tablets, so it might actually get better if you are having any of the tummy related side effects. I have been on biologics for years, so I…
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Oh my, yes! The emotional side is definitely a very difficult part of learning to live with RA. We have the fun prednisone roller coaster of emotions to contend with (I'm on it too) **insert mood swing**, and we also have to come to terms with the pain and changes our bodies go through. **insert tears** Pre-RA, I would…
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Hi! I am new to MFP. I have had the 'pleasure' of dealing with RA since my early 20s and am now 43. I would love to chat with others that understand the struggles of exercise when fatigued and in pain. I am also interested in learning what works for others in terms of exercise and if any have found diet (inclusion or…
