Subject: Re: It has returned

Hi Sharon,

You were probably going through an inactive spell. Arthritis once you hve it dosnt go away as it is incurable, it can go through active and inactive spells.

You need to get an appointment with a rheumatologist who can help manage the arthritis with the correct pain meds as well as medicaion to slow down the deterioration in the joints the disease causes.

I have had RA now for 28 years since teh age of 2. The disease is unpredictable but you can live your life to the fullest you can as long as you get teh correct medication and support.

This forum is full of lovely people who will give you as much support as they can so dont hesitate to ask anything you want to

Take Care

Lucy x

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Subject: Re: It has returned

I was on sulphasalazine and naproxen for it and my rheumatologist told me if my symptons subsided then he was happy for me just to stop them. Have started taking the naproxen again but dont want to start the other before I speak to my doctor incase I need blood taken first.
Yeah I realise that it doesnt totally go away, for me to say it had dissappeared was probably the wrong term for me to use. Just wishful thinking!

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