Guest guest Posted January 29, 2004 Report Share Posted January 29, 2004 Hi! I had been told two years ago that I might have RA and it was confirmed today. I have lots of pain in my hands, fingers, wrists, shoulders and neck. I'm wondering if insurance might cover a hot tub? I've heard they do sometimes. Mornings are REALLY tough! I'm starting pred today (low dose) and was given Darvacet for pain since Vioxx and Ultram haven't been helping much. I wake nightly after 4-5 hours with throbbing in my hands and shoulders. I'm starting something next week after I talk with my eye doc. I can't remember the name of it, but it takes 6 months to work and was once used in high doses to treat Malaria. Does anyone have anything they can tell me about any of these drugs? I can't imagine asking the doc for methadone, but I know NOTHING about all this. What do most of you take for pain? I would love any feedback!!! I'll take the Darvacet before bed tonight I guess. wendy from birmingham Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 5, 2004 Report Share Posted May 5, 2004 Sherrie, Welcome! How long have you had RA? Jean > Hi everyone I am new to the web I have rheumatoid arthritis to would > like to join the group My name is Sherrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 8, 2004 Report Share Posted May 8, 2004 Hi Sherrie, I'm Jay, welcome to the group. I've received so much support from this group and I'm sure you will too. Lots of knowledge and experience here and everyone is very willing to share. Jay > Hi everyone I am new to the web I have rheumatoid arthritis to would > like to join the group My name is Sherrie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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