I had a problem with knots coming up on my pip joints and my blood work was fine. The rheumatologist told me I had inflammatory polyarthritis....
If you are following the dosage correctly then you should be okay. My rheumatologist decide to put me on one to two pills a day as needed of tramadol. It does a good job for me....
I have depression and anxiety too. My meds seem to work well together....
I'm on disability so I don't know anything about other insurances. If you're not happy with your doctors by all means find a new crew. Remember they work for you....
Sounds like fibromyalgia. Check out the forum here and talk with them....
Great news. Now maybe you will get better....
Gentle hugs.... Okay, you've got your answer...it's lupus. However, it's not a death sentence. Now you need to find out from your doctor what his plans of action is for you. You will probably be put...
I have to wear special clothes with sun protection built in. I personally look like a walking ghost because the sun makes me feel so bad. Plus I have vitiligo and have patches of even whiter skin...
Celebrate life, I think she was quoting Dr. Marcola. He has some unique views on nutrition and autoimmune problems. You can find his info on the web....
I love salonpas. They have a nice gel formula that works great. I also own a TENS unit I bought at Walmart called Omnicron (?). Heating pads or ice packs help me, too....
Yes, I take paxil....
My mother takes b12 shots. I know that it has to go in the muscle not a fatty area. Can you get a local nurse or go to the health center to get someone to give you the shot?...
I take it with no problems and I have mild depression....
I'm very sensitive to the sun so I have to wear sun protective clothing. If I am outside unprotected I hurt all over and feel weak and sick....
A high RF factor is a determination of how aggressive your disease is. The higher the number the more aggressive they need to treat it....
Bcfromfl, fibro has not been identified as an autoimmune disease. The jury is still out on its classification. Fibro will sometimes tag along with an autoimmune disease, but it's a totally separate...
Welcome, su-su. The joint pain is the pits, but once the meds get built up in your body it eases up enough to be able to do things again. You still have to be careful to not trigger flare ups and...
Sunscreen wasn't enough for me. I decided to invest in some clothing with built in sun protection. I buy them online at coolibar.com. Try using Corner Huskers lotion. It's very good....
I see a psychologist for depression and anxiety due to my multiple illnesses. I also take Paxil. My doctor specializes in chronic pain patients and how to cope with the stresses. It seems to help me...
Weather affect me a lot. Even though I take a low dose of ambian I have some sleepless/restless nights. I just can't get comfortable sometimes....
Long term use of Tylenol at 6 times a day can ruin your liver and stomach. I can't remember if you can take something like tramadol. It really helps my pain when I'm flaring....
Send your brother here. He can vent and talk to us. There is a great deal of support here. I take lefluamide and plaquinil for my arthritis. I will soon be on enbril or some other biologic. I take...
I have a weird sleep schedule due to insomnia so I don't call my meals by normal names.... 1st meal-ok 2nd meal-good 3rd meal-naughty I did get a healthy snack of fruit in, though. C minus...
It sounds like you've got a terrible sinus infection. I'd go back to the doctor for stronger antibiotics and get the blood work done. I'd also ask for something to help the panic attacks. My niece...
How old are your grandkids? You could be sitting in a recliner until they get there. Have snuggle time on the couch watching cartoons or sesame Street. Have easy fix breakfast foods, waffles, cereal,...
Lisa, I get complements on my different hats and gloves. I buy simple hats and decorate them with fancy hair bands....
Ok on meals, but snacks were bad. Too much sugar....
Lisa, check out coolibar.com. They sell wide brim hats with sunscreen in them. They also have some wonderful clothes with sunscreen in them. I forgot my hat the other day and spent 2 hours in the sun...
I always have a crash about 2 days after a round is done. I feel terrible when that happens....
I take it, Lisa. I'm on 20mg once a day. It has helped my arthritis symptoms a lot. My doctor has me on it and plaquinil 2 times a day....
I give myself a F. I've been having to care for my sister and her partially paralyzed husband for a month now. I'm a terrible cook and we've been eating bad. I'm also too tired from driving her to...
I have the same trouble. If you can find an answer please share it. Meanwhile my mouth is craving a cheese danish.....ugh....
I have the sun sensitivity. I have to wear special clothing with sun protection. I get them at coolibar.come. Sorry my response is so short. I'm suffering from forgetting my hat yesterday before...
Sounds like epidermal cysts. I had them on my chin for awhile. The doctor had me use a tetracycline cream on them to dry them up....
I've been staying at my sister's house a lot last year and this year tending to her due to illness. Her husband has put in CF and florescent lights everywhere in the house. Now they both know they...
Are you on any medications to slow down the Progression? You also need to see a doctor for exercises that are safe for you. I use salonpas gel for a rub. It helps some. Heat seems to ease my pain....
I'm about a year into learning I have RA. I do have occasional hand cramps, wrist pains, elbow pains, and achy shoulders when I drive. It depends on the distance and the weather. I wear compression...
I hate it when my body can't handle a trip. The stress of a trip always adds to my pains. I always try to have some quiet down time. If my body says stop I try to listen and not push through. I hope...
Glad you're getting to see the rheumatologist sooner, but not happy about the gallbladder....
We've done that many times over the years as we fix one room at a time. We changed from Carpet to carpet to hardwood over the past 17 years. It never gets any easier. Take it easy and don't overdo it....
Are you using sun protection? I feel awful after sun exposure and I have to wear sun protective clothing to prevent it. Check out coolibar.com. They sell wonderful clothing with long lasting...
Have you tried glucosamine and Condrodine? You might need to go ahead and get a knee replacement....
I suffer from extreme photosensitivity too and I have to wear clothing with sunscreen built in. I love clothing from coolibar.com. They cost more but they have been a lifesaver for me. I wear their...
Wish you were in Georgia...there are some excellent rheumatologists up here....
Ouch. I hope it gets better soon....
I live in the cold area. We're having a lot of rain and cold so I'm sore more. I always seem to forget that it's hot for some at Christmas. I come from a large family and we try to get together at...
Have they considered lupus since you have Raynaud's?...
It's suppose to be freezing rain here overnight. My body is Fussing! My list is to clean my bedroom and wrap up all the presents I bought. The rest of the house is good. My bedroom is total chaos!...
I don't know of any funding, but I imagine your teacher's pension should help some. I couldn't work after I left teaching so I just took disability....
I drink 1/2 cup of milk a day. I do have some gas issues from it though....