Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Group

Hi kaweenee: I haven't had this problem but would suggest you ask your rheumy if it is RA related.

Pillsbury Dough Girl ~ just too cute! If you get poked in the tummy, do you giggle too? :)

Hi Kaweenee, you must let your Rheumatologist know about this. You might need a little prednisone or have your meds changed around. Only problem is holiday weekend now. If it gets to be too bad you might have to do an ER visit.

Thanks, keimoe and christine26. I am not worried about heart failure, etc. but I do think that the azulfidine and the meloxicam are causing the swelling.
When I "mentioned" it last time, he okayed some lasix and didn't really seem to take note of it! I will try again with my regular doc!

I concur. maybe something besides RA....like poor leg circulation, or even blood clots. Don't sit on it, so to speak. Be proactive!

Better ahve your Dr. check it out. My knee is also swollen and my Dr. gave me an Inflammation Shot. It went down a little. My Rheumy saw it too, but also was not that worried. Shel told me to call back next week if it has not gone dow. I may have to go back on Prednisone. So get it checked out, so you can have a restful mind.\
Bigi

Hi Kaweenee, I am glad that you are getting it checked out. Let us know the outcome. Have a good day and feel better.