Re: Neuralgia / Legs - newly diagnosed RA

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Did you see a rheumatologist? Do you have morning stiffness? Joint swelling?

Rheumatoid factor positivity is not specific to rheumatoid arthritis. Were

any other lab test results abnormal? Do you have other medical problems?

The treatment your physician prescribed would be for neuralgia, but not for

RA.

Perhaps a second opinion is in order.

Not an MD

[ ] Neuralgia / Legs - newly diagnosed RA

> Hi,

> I'm a 52 yr. old male. Went to the Dr. complaining of skin sensitivity

> on my thighs & pelvic girdle. Dr. took a blood test and positive for

> RA. I don't have the joint pain I would expect with RA, so I'm

> confused. Dr. prescribed 150 mg. Lyrica.

> Anybody else have similar symptoms? Is my diagnosis correct? Thanks

> in advance.