Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Group
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic, inflammatory, multisystem, autoimmune disorder. It is a disabling and painful condition which can lead to substantial loss of mobility due to pain and joint destruction. The disease is also systemic in that it often also affects many extra-articular tissues throughout the body including the skin, blood vessels, heart, lungs, and...
I met my new Rheumy today and he is so so nice. First I met with his PA, 30 min and then he came in and spend another 30 min. I thought that was nice. He does want me to start thinking about going on Remicade because of the progressive destruction on my bones. I am on Mtx and he wants to see how I'm doing on it after 3 mos. I am just glad I finally found one that takes the time and goes into every detail with you and also asks if I had any questions.(Never happened before). My question on Remicade was already answered on another post so I won't ask again. By the way the dark Chocolate is very good, but doesn't do a darn thing for my RA.
hugs jilly
My new RA doctor that I've only seen once is leaving, moving to another state. So now I will have an even newer doctor to meet and get to know.
Linda
As for dark chocolate, I found this new kind that is dark chocolate and sour cherries. Just makes my taste buds dance! With RA, I need something that can still dance! :)
Sandy
Bigi, so glad you like your new rheumy - makes the world of difference. Good luck with your DMARDS.
When I saw my rheumy yesterday he asked me if he was running late. I said "No, only by about 10 minutes". He replied "Oh good, I thought I was running 30 minutes late!" What a nice change to the usual
Cheers.
Doug