Son's diagnosis confirmed.

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Hello,

I had written previously that my son possible developed P and PA all at once.

We saw the Rheumy and the diagnosis was confirmed. He is 19 and it hit like a

freight train. I developed P as a preschooler and PA in my early teens. My

symptoms progressed overtime and obviously his did not. He is NSAIDs,

Azulfedin, TB testing this week, and hopefully starting a biologic soon, if

insurance will cover it.

*Yes, strep throat was probably the trigger, per the Rheumy.*

It is tough watching my child suffer so much. What I wouldn't give to make it

all go away. I considered passing it on before having kids and seriously thought

they never would develop it. Feeling tremendous guilt.

My other son has a swollen painful ankle, please pray for my family.

Thank You for Listening,

Eileen