Rheumatoid Arthritis Questions (Page 8)

Tramadol - what drug class?

Celebrex - is it also for moods? depression? my doctor said it was?

i have a bulge on my back and they can't find anything but arthritis, the pain is so bad i'm having problems at work, sitting to long and standing too long are really hard for me :( he wants to put me on celebrex says its for mood also, because i'm taking something for depression too. he wants me... read more

What helps with hair loss while taking methotrexate. Everyday my brush and shirt are full of hair?

Has anyone gotten headaches from methotrexate?

Hi, I started taking just 5 mg. of methotrexate each week for my Seronegative RA. I only did 2 weeks worth and the doctor asked me to hold off until I get the headaches checked out. I do not have a headache hx. and they started almost immediately after starting. I still have these headaches almost... read more

Does methotrexate contribute to getting yeast infections? I've been taking 6 pills a week for R.A.?

... and I have had 2 yeast infections.

Psoriatic Arthritis: Has anyone found relief by living in a hotter climate?

I have PsA with some possible evidence of RA, as well. I currently live in Santa Cruz, CA, where the weather fluctuates a lot, both throughout the year and during the day (everyone wears layers; it can go hot to cold, sunny to cloudy and windy, in the same day). I've had symptoms of PsA for ~6yrs,... read more

Can hand tremors be related to/side effect of Prednisone use?

66yo male taking Prednisone for dx of "acute RA". Was initially thought to have a viral infection that caused a "relative arthritis". Dr now feels its a type of RA that "temporaily" affects men over age 55

How do I find doctors that currently accept medicaid?

I have rheumatoid and osteo arthritis, fibromyalgia, hypothyroid and obviously, chronic pain. I lost my job and insurance this past January and have recently received medicaid. I was on 30mg morphene sulfate timed release with (4) 15mg breakthrough per day, and Humira. My GP has me on .225 mg of... read more

I just got my script of methylprednisolone and I'm wondering if it will help my energy level at all?

I'm in pain all day and can barely do anything. I heard from a friend it's almost like taking speed which would help with not being able to do anything but I don't want to speed speed... if that makes sense I just need a little energy. Has any one taken this med and experienced a little energy?

Is gabapentin prescribed for arthritis?

I am allergic to asprin and need an anti inflammatory?

I have RA and other inflammatory problems associated with Marfan's Syndrome. I cannot take any NSAIDs. I currently take narcotics to reduce pain; however, I need an anti inflammatory desperately! I take steroids every other month to help but the side effects are horrible. What alternatives are... read more

Pain with Prednisone?

Has anyone experienced more pain when first given prednisone for RA? I have taken Prednisone other times for respiratory issues with no problems. My dr. prescribed Prednisone while in the process of determining if I do indeed have full blown RA. I have been on 15mg for two days and my pain has... read more

Since lisinopril and meloxicam can affect our kidney function, is there another BP RX I can take?

What can I take to help with my rheumatoid arthritis Until I see the specialist?

The medication that my other doctors that diagnosed me have only prescribed to me furosemide, meloxicam and prednisone. Which don't seem to be helping me with the pain.

Naproxen 500 not working for sciatica pain?

I had X-ray and MRI done showed I had budging disc in L4 and L5 also mild arthritis and when I when to er they said I had sciatica so my doctor gave me naproxen but it isn't working. I have a husband and 4 little ones to look after and this pain is to much. Also I was given a muscle relaxer but was... read more