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<blockquote data-quote="Luna21" data-source="post: 422446"><p>Hi, glad that some of the info helped. :wink: </p><p></p><p>To be honest, yes that old mantra, everyone is different and it all comes down to the individual. What is true is that there is no cure, but symptoms can wax and wane, and it all depends on the severity of the disease.</p><p></p><p>Some people cope well on just nsaid's alone (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug eg, naproxen) whereas others need to go on stronger drugs. This is a good place to learn more as each person can be given different treatment depending on their diagnosis. <a href="http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/" target="_blank">http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/</a></p><p></p><p>I didn't get diagnosed for a very long time, a locum doctor even had me diagnosed as having gout, and it wasn't until I saw the Rheumatologist the second time that she could confirm my diagnosis, so sometimes it's not easy even for a specialist in the field of arthritis.</p><p></p><p>I was pretty poorly by then, with barely being able to get out of bed, get out of a chair, even roll over, and I needed help to get into the bath, and I even needed to walk with a stick! This at under 50 years of age - to say I was scared was an understatement. :cry: </p><p>I was put on methotrexate, which is often used for psoriatic and rheumatoid arthritis and it has been a godsend. Yes, reading about the side-effects is very scary indeed, but so long as the proper safeguards are in place, ie frequent blood tests, and you are monitored closely , it can be a wonder drug for many of us.</p><p></p><p>Of course there are many other options, and if you are diagnosed with an auto-immune arthritis your Rheumatologist will explain all the options open to you. </p><p></p><p>I am currently in a bit of a flare-up of my condition but since I lost some weight through being diagnosed with diabetes, I have really been pretty good up until lately. I can walk for miles, cycle on my static bike and generally do most normal things, although running is out as I have permanent joint damage now in my feet, knees and hip, due to the length of time it took to get onto the proper medication. Getting the right treatment quickly is vital to save any damage to your joints, and GP's are supposed to be clued-up to this, which isn't always the case unfortunately.</p><p>Exercise, even gentle exercise, and eating well is very important in staying fit and healthy.</p><p></p><p>Having an auto-immune arthritis means that you tire very easily though, and fatigue is probably one of the most common symptoms which you often just have to learn to cope with; taking time out when you feel the need and not pushing yourself over your limits if possible. </p><p>There are good days and bad days, but please don't think that you will inevitably get worse, everyone is different, and there are lots of good drugs out there to help you cope.</p><p></p><p>I don't currently work, only because I had no option but to give up my job when I was so poorly as it was a fairly strenuous physical job, and I just couldn't do it, but I do feel that I could do some kind of limited work now, although I'm very lucky in that my husband supports me, and I don't have to try and claim for any monetary help. My Rheumatologist suggested that I should claim for help a few years ago, which I didn't, so that shows how much I have improved, and there is plenty hope out there <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /> </p><p></p><p>Stay positive, and that helps a lot, I assure you! When I was diagnosed with diabetes it was less of a shock to me than many it seems, as to be honest, as I have so much going on already with my decrepit body!!</p><p></p><p>I hope you get your diagnosis soon, and remember to ask plenty of questions, and write them down as often you don't get to see a specialist Rheumatologist as often as you might like.</p><p></p><p>Best of luck and please let me know how you get on. :wave:</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Luna21, post: 422446"] Hi, glad that some of the info helped. :wink: To be honest, yes that old mantra, everyone is different and it all comes down to the individual. What is true is that there is no cure, but symptoms can wax and wane, and it all depends on the severity of the disease. Some people cope well on just nsaid's alone (non steroidal anti-inflammatory drug eg, naproxen) whereas others need to go on stronger drugs. This is a good place to learn more as each person can be given different treatment depending on their diagnosis. [url=http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/]http://www.arthritisresearchuk.org/[/url] I didn't get diagnosed for a very long time, a locum doctor even had me diagnosed as having gout, and it wasn't until I saw the Rheumatologist the second time that she could confirm my diagnosis, so sometimes it's not easy even for a specialist in the field of arthritis. I was pretty poorly by then, with barely being able to get out of bed, get out of a chair, even roll over, and I needed help to get into the bath, and I even needed to walk with a stick! This at under 50 years of age - to say I was scared was an understatement. :cry: I was put on methotrexate, which is often used for psoriatic and rheumatoid arthritis and it has been a godsend. Yes, reading about the side-effects is very scary indeed, but so long as the proper safeguards are in place, ie frequent blood tests, and you are monitored closely , it can be a wonder drug for many of us. Of course there are many other options, and if you are diagnosed with an auto-immune arthritis your Rheumatologist will explain all the options open to you. I am currently in a bit of a flare-up of my condition but since I lost some weight through being diagnosed with diabetes, I have really been pretty good up until lately. I can walk for miles, cycle on my static bike and generally do most normal things, although running is out as I have permanent joint damage now in my feet, knees and hip, due to the length of time it took to get onto the proper medication. Getting the right treatment quickly is vital to save any damage to your joints, and GP's are supposed to be clued-up to this, which isn't always the case unfortunately. Exercise, even gentle exercise, and eating well is very important in staying fit and healthy. Having an auto-immune arthritis means that you tire very easily though, and fatigue is probably one of the most common symptoms which you often just have to learn to cope with; taking time out when you feel the need and not pushing yourself over your limits if possible. There are good days and bad days, but please don't think that you will inevitably get worse, everyone is different, and there are lots of good drugs out there to help you cope. I don't currently work, only because I had no option but to give up my job when I was so poorly as it was a fairly strenuous physical job, and I just couldn't do it, but I do feel that I could do some kind of limited work now, although I'm very lucky in that my husband supports me, and I don't have to try and claim for any monetary help. My Rheumatologist suggested that I should claim for help a few years ago, which I didn't, so that shows how much I have improved, and there is plenty hope out there :D Stay positive, and that helps a lot, I assure you! When I was diagnosed with diabetes it was less of a shock to me than many it seems, as to be honest, as I have so much going on already with my decrepit body!! I hope you get your diagnosis soon, and remember to ask plenty of questions, and write them down as often you don't get to see a specialist Rheumatologist as often as you might like. Best of luck and please let me know how you get on. :wave: [/QUOTE]
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