Guest guest Posted August 15, 2009 Report Share Posted August 15, 2009 Hi, Fortunately, Enbrel helped me a lot. However, about three years ago I developed a bad type of pneumonia and could not take Enbrel anymore. I went back to the 10 pain level. A pill called Arava finally worked for me. It took several months to kick in. It has fewer side effects than Enbrel. I get bloodwork every two months or so just like with Enbrel. The first 18 months or so after RA were the worst years for me. I hope you feel better soon. If Humira does not work, ask your doctor about Arava. I seldom read anything about it. Sincerely, Patsy ________________________________ From: pcortas1 <pcortas1@...> Sent: Saturday, August 15, 2009 10:37:26 AM Subject: [ ] New RA patient I was diagnoised about 1yr ago with RA. I had no idea what to expect but my Rhuemy & 25yr old daughter gave me all the bad news to expect. I have gone thru prednesdoine ,Embrel and now on Humira every week. I am very frustrated because I see I can control the pain but my joint damage in my fingers is getting worse. My energy level is verly low and according to my Rhuemy my inflamation does not come down. I have lost alot hair & that is very devastiting for me. I live in Calif. I am married, 53yrs old and have a very supporting husband but I have very terrible mood changes due to how I feel and think sometimes he thinks I am very moody & hard to deal with. Mousie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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