Guest guest Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Hi WW and welcome to the group. I also have a tough time of things with sleeping at night. We have a soft-sided water bed which has been better on relieving my pressure point pain, but I still am not able to sleep through the night without pain. Is Plaquenil the only RA med you're taking? Talk with your Rheumy or your PC. There are good meds out there that will help to ease your pain and help you to get a good night's sleep. Be persistent - I'm going in to my PC baited for bear - I need to sleep. Also mention this to your Rheumy - Plaquenil may not be enough. Don't worry about complaining - that's what we're all here for - to support one another. I am grateful for the internet as well. We are NOT alone.....Doreen Hi Folks, I am new to the group, have not listed in quite a while, I am only finishing up my first year with this RA, have it in my hands, fingers wrists, elbows and occasionally knees, ankles and God forbid the toes. Along with the pain at night, I can't seem to sleep. I am on Plaquenil (I guess the first step in this roller coaster ride), and I went out and purchased a really good mattress about 6 months ago. I wake up from discomfort/pain about 4-5 times a night, and have a terrible time trying to get to sleep to begin with. Anyone have any advice? I am taking Arthritis strength Acetaminophen every night before bed (650mg)- I am allergic to most other OTC drugs. Hate to complain -- and I agree with another poster who had the line, " I may not look sick.... " I'll have to use that one. Thank God for the Internet, I don't feel so alone... WeaverWoman Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 3, 2009 Report Share Posted July 3, 2009 Hi Weaver Woman, I have also had major sleep disturbances. I ended up having a sleep study done a few months ago, and the neurologist I saw has been able to help me find a few plans of attack to get my sleeping and fatigue under control. If you haven't tried an OTC supplement like melatonin, it is a good starting point. From there, I moved to Ambien CR, which is good, but I don't like to take it too frequently. I have found that upping my activity level during the day, and staying busy into the evening hours, has done the most for helping me get restful sleep at night. That and getting some of my dogs out of the bed! We have five, but only two quiet ones are now allowed to sleep in bed. Good luck and keep us posted - Kate P-B Sent from my Verizon Wireless BlackBerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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