Dr. Apt today, update on decision

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Hi everyone,

Just to refresh everyone, I have began having symptoms early Jan in elbows and

wrists, 4 months later, the " flare " has not eased and is now " travelling "

everywhere,knees, fingers, neck, feet, etc. not having picked a specific joint

to pick on! Anyway, blood work has shown high CRP and ESR with no RA positive.

X-Rays were " normal " and I have a small nodule on my elbow. Strted on celebrex,

but last Dr. apt, she wanted me to take a week to decide if I want to try MTX.

Well,after 2 1hr phone calls with 2 separate friends who have RA I have decided

to begin the MTX. I have an apt this afternoon to review my bone scan results

and discuss meds. We tried the celebrex twice a day for the past week but not

much results from that.

One of the freinds who has RA talked to me about the injections, and I'm

wondering if this is a better option since I suffer from IBS. Will they begin

injections right away or wait to see how you do with orally?

ALSO, what can I expect with regards to how I will feel after taking it, just

wondering if I will have to be off work for a day, I am a teacher.

Thank you for all your wonderful information and support!