Guest guest Posted February 19, 2004 Report Share Posted February 19, 2004 I just signed on to this group. I have had RA for 41/2 years. I was amazed by the woman on the whole list of drugs that wondered why she was depressed. YES, it probably was all those drugs. I'm an RN and no-one can take that many drugs and not have some side affects!!! We need to become knowledgeable about our disease and not simply let the doctors prescribe yet one more pill to shut us up. I have had wonderful results from taking only one drug, Plaquenil. and from starting an exercise regime. I walk on the treadmill 5 time per week. About 4 weeks ago I tore ligaments in my right ankle and as a result have not been able to keep up my treadmill walking and I notice a huge difference in my hip and knee pain. Walking is quite painful for me right now, but I feel certain that once I am able to get back to my walking regime, all those aches and pains will be greatly diminished. I am determined not to let this disease make me an invalid not only in body, but in mind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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