RA and link with thyroid problems

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I have suffered with RA for quite some time and take Methotrexate.

However, recently, I have been feeling very tired (exhausted even !) I

know that this is common with RA and have been putting up with this

exhaustion, but just recently I have been suffering from a pounding in

my ears and palpitations. I have today seen my General Practitioner

(not the Rheumatologist) and he has oredered more blood tests because

he feels that I may be suffering from under active thyroid. He tells

me that this is quite common with RA patients, because this too is an

auto immune problem.

My question is - has anyone out there suffered the same, ie - Thryoid

problem plus RA. I would be interested to hear from you.

Best wishes - Lynda