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gbrecke
07-01-2008, 10:19 AM
Greetings:

I've been fighting symptoms of RA for about three years. I'm just another to say, diagnosis was a LONG time coming.

I've finally made it to a Rheumotoligist, and exactly what medications will be reccomended, or what my healtcare will pay for, I don't yet know.

I've been learning how NOT to use my wrists to perform everyday tasks.

I took a course of Prednisone that was perscribed by the GP after a blood test showed inflamation. It was like someone had hit a switch, and all symptoms went away.

I'm taking 15MG of Prednisone and Naproxin right now, (pednisone reduced) it's not working, and I will meet with the specialist on the third to see where we go from here.

I'm a young 60, always been active, but when you hurt, you slow down..

I wil report back of reccomended Meds, and insurance coverage.

loneil
07-01-2008, 09:20 PM
Welcome to the forum George
I will be anxious to hear what you find out... Keep us informed.. I am 58 and yes you slow down alot when you hurt... I hope you find something that helps.
Linda

addiew23
10-21-2008, 09:39 AM
I am 30, but i take Triamterene HCTZ for my swelling instead of steroids. one daily keeps my swelling down which helps A LOT with pain, too.