Re: Recently Diagnosed with Inflammatory Arthritis

[Guest guest]

Keri,

I don't fit in with your questions, but this is a very diverse group

and I think you will get some answers.

So sorry about your diagnosis, I hope you will enjoy this group.

Shirley

--- In , " K. " <johnsonk27@...>

wrote:

>

> Hello Everyone,

>

> I'm not sure if I'm a good fit for this group as I haven't been

diagnosed with RA. I have been recently diagnosed with Inflammatory

Arthritis. Fatigue, weight loss, low grade fever, joint pain,

swelling and redness are some of my symptoms. My bloodwork was

normal. My Rhumy gave me Etodolac and Plaquenil. She said this may

turn into RA. I also have Hypothyroidism.

>

> Are there others here that either have this same diagnosis or that

have had Inflammatory Arthritis turn into RA? How long does a

flare usually last? Can Inflammatory Arthritis or RA be treated

with herbs?

>

> I really love to play violin, but haven't been able to since this

illness has come on. Are there musicians out there that are able to

play through joint problems? How?

>

> Thanks for any information you can give.

> -Keri

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Keri: Welcome to our group, and I am sorry you have a inflamatory

disease. I have RA and Hypothyroid disease also. My Rheuny has me on

the max. doses of MTX, Placquenil, Sulfasalazine, and 10 mg. a day of

Prednisone. My RA flares are longer in-between, and shorter in

duration. It took awhile to find the right strength and combo. of meds.

to get me under control. It is a slow process, trial and error. I hope

you find what works best for you, and you will soon be pain free so you

can play your beloved violin.

Welcome again to our wonderful group. I pray you will feel better soon.

Hugs,

Barbara

>

> Hello Everyone,

>

> I'm not sure if I'm a good fit for this group as I haven't been

diagnosed with RA. I have been recently diagnosed with Inflammatory

Arthritis. Fatigue, weight loss, low grade fever, joint pain, swelling

and redness are some of my symptoms. My bloodwork was normal. My Rhumy

gave me Etodolac and Plaquenil. She said this may turn into RA. I also

have Hypothyroidism.

>

> Are there others here that either have this same diagnosis or that

have had Inflammatory Arthritis turn into RA? How long does a flare

usually last? Can Inflammatory Arthritis or RA be treated with herbs?

>

> I really love to play violin, but haven't been able to since this

illness has come on. Are there musicians out there that are able to play

through joint problems? How?

>

> Thanks for any information you can give.

> -Keri

>

>

[Guest guest]

Kari and group;

I think that we can soothe your mind and help your pain by texting

to you... I don't understand what you mean by fit for this group,, I

think it means you have to have RA or fibromyalgia to be in the

group but it sure sounds like RA to me...

I am so sorry for your pain sweetheart... I am sure don't mind

you posting... is such a sweet kind person... she understands

all to welll.. Getting a diagnoses is so hard sometimes... I think I

had it longer than when I was diagnosed the first time...

The violin sounds so beautiful.. I love to hear some one play a sweet

or dancing song on the violin I love most instruments... The only

instrument I can play is the tamboreen... I havent played on one for

a long time as it would be to painful for my hands...

I pray you have a pain free day and God bless and take care..

gentle hugs

Clora

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>

> Hello Everyone,

>

> I'm not sure if I'm a good fit for this group as I haven't been

diagnosed with RA. I have been recently diagnosed with Inflammatory

Arthritis. Fatigue, weight loss, low grade fever, joint pain,

swelling and redness are some of my symptoms. My bloodwork was

normal. My Rhumy gave me Etodolac and Plaquenil. She said this may

turn into RA. I also have Hypothyroidism.

>

> Are there others here that either have this same diagnosis or that

have had Inflammatory Arthritis turn into RA? How long does a flare

usually last? Can Inflammatory Arthritis or RA be treated with herbs?

>

> I really love to play violin, but haven't been able to since this

illness has come on. Are there musicians out there that are able to

play through joint problems? How?

>

> Thanks for any information you can give.

> -Keri

>

>

[Guest guest]

Welcome Kari,

This group is not just about RA, there are many other health problems.

We all have one thing in common, PAIN. I hope you find some helpful

info here, Tawny

>

> Hello Everyone,

>

> I'm not sure if I'm a good fit for this group as I haven't been

diagnosed with RA. I have been recently diagnosed with Inflammatory

Arthritis. Fatigue, weight loss, low grade fever, joint pain, swelling

and redness are some of my symptoms. My bloodwork was normal. My Rhumy

gave me Etodolac and Plaquenil. She said this may turn into RA. I also

have Hypothyroidism.

>

> Are there others here that either have this same diagnosis or that

have had Inflammatory Arthritis turn into RA? How long does a flare

usually last? Can Inflammatory Arthritis or RA be treated with herbs?

>

> I really love to play violin, but haven't been able to since this

illness has come on. Are there musicians out there that are able to play

through joint problems? How?

>

> Thanks for any information you can give.

> -Keri

>

>