Date: 07.10.2015
From: Rachel
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Subject: Meds advice
I have RA 5 years been on MTX 15mg now but putting me on steroids and Sulfz to bring Arthur under control as have bad hands and feet! On them about a week but thought steroids would offer more relief than this as seem to be getting worse. Also don't want to take loads of combination of drugs, would just like something to work. One rheumy says its mechanical and meds won't help. Any advice? Feet are constantly throbbing and feel on fire. Cheers
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Date: 07.10.2015
From: Colin W
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Subject: Re: Meds advice
hi Rachel , I have been on Mtx 25mg/week & Sulpha for over 17 years , also on high dose steriods + a biologic drug & that is maybe what they will try you on next , a maintainance dose of steriods should not do you any harm so dont worry you need to protect your joints because you are going to have to live with RA a long time & at some point they will come up with a good treatment for RA but until that point look after your joints / take the drugs
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Date: 08.10.2015
From: Rachel Moore
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Subject: Re: Meds advice
Thanks for the advice Colin. I have another appointment in a couple of months so will give it until then. I know I have to take the meds in order to live a normal life. Hopefully it will kick in soon. I am probably on low doses compared to you. I hope it is working for you. Cheers again and good luck.
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