Guest guest Posted July 11, 2010 Report Share Posted July 11, 2010 Hello. My husband was recently diagnosed with Psoriaatic Arthritis which they said is a form of RA. I was diagnosed 2 yrs ago with Crohn's Disease and have joint pain as well. My husband is in a great deal of pain and rests alot. He's on Methotrexate and just started the new increase Friday of 5 pills. He'll take another 5 this Friday and then go to 6 pills the Friday after that. Since he is off Friday and Saturday nights, he takes the pills Friday's and I am lucky if I see him all weekend. A friend of my brother in law has a sister that has RA and with medication and a special diet she's doing good. Was wondering if there is a good diet for him to see about going on? I give him a daily vitamin, glucosamine (spelling), and iron along with his everyday Methotrexate, 1 and a half pills of Prednisone, Meloicam and Nexium (for any hurt burn). He hardly eats, he's dropped like 40 pounds the last couple months and he often feels sick. When he takes the Methotrexate he feels like he's got the flu and just worked out. I feel so bad for him. Our son has difficulties at times understanding why dad could do things just a few months ago and now he can't. He's also seeing a Dermatologist because of the skin issues. He's got creams and shampoo for that as well. He's only 35 yrs old and it's really hit him hard. Any insight would be helpful and welcomed. Thanks...Tabby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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