Guest guest Posted July 12, 2002 Report Share Posted July 12, 2002 Welcome to the group, Sue C! Sorry that you've been feeling so bad over the last 18 months. Have you ever been on RA meds? Will your appointment next Tuesday be with a rheumatologist? With any luck, your meeting with the doctor will go well and you will emerge with a plan to try to lessen the inflammation and pain. [ ] Hi, I am new to the group > Hi > > I have just joined your group. My name is Sue I live in England and I have > had RA for about 20 years having flare-ups and fairly good health inbetween. > But for the last 18 months it has been like one long flare-up and it is > making me depressed because I can`t swim, cycle or walk far or take my dogs > out. I am not on any meds. at the moment for RA but am seeing my doctor > next Tuesday. I have read that anti-inflamatory drugs can cause stomach > bleeding which is why I have`nt seen my doctor in case he prescribes them. > At the moment I am taking strong painkillers every day which make life a bit > hazy. My muscles are constantly stiff and painful too. > > Sorry to introduce myself with a moan but I am feeling low at the moment. > > Regards > Sue C Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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