Hi all, was just online to a friend, and told her how ill I had been at the weekend, she knows I take mtx and tramadol and paracetemol. Also waiting results for other autoimmune diseases.
She suggested that I take too much medication, and that maybe I should stop the painkillers for a start.
I actually tried this around a month ago, as they dont seem to help anyway, I have constant swelling in ankles, elbows and hands, as well as the pain, and also now hips and neck and shoulder!!!
By the afternoon of that day I was in so much pain that I couldnt move. So started them again.
The only other thing I can stop is the mtx, and as I have joint damage I dont think its a good idea. The thing is she has made me think, am I in the wrong? Should I rethink my meds? If anything I think I need more not less, and am seeing my GP Thursday to try to get something to help me sleep, especially due to my work situation. Be glad of opinions, thanks

Totally agree with Doreen x

right Barbara! I know you- you just take the tablets for fun! anything for a laugh you!

Silly woman- knows nothing!

There are NO MEDALS FOR MARTYRDOM on here- take the damn pills.

(Yes I hate them too but without them I dont move which for me, like you, is no option)

Jenni xx

Thanks everyone!!!! Sorry Miss Jenni!!! will behave in future I promise!!!
I suppose it does sound stupid, but you know when someone makes you think "oh, perhaps I am in the wrong, and need to rethink things"
Then you worry that you make too much fuss over things. Thanks for replies

Dear Barbie girl,

In my opinion, the quality of your life is important. Take the meds that you are prescribed and, if still suffering, ask for a medication review. Those who 'know' better than the medics should be ashamed for suggesting otherwise.

Eleanor x

Absolutely never ever take advice, however well meaning, from someone who isn't qualified in the world of rheumatoid.

I cannot fathom why people feel a need to do this but they do, ALL the time.

See your GP/rheumy and ask to discuss all your meds and what other possibilities there are for you.

I know I am always harping on about herbs etc (!) but there are some natural remedies one can take along side the meds (with Dr's knowledge and from a proper herbalist) which can help with other symptoms, not necessarily the rheumatoid.

I take herbs etc for anxiety, sleeplessness, worry as well as some anti-inflams....

Prayers,

Amanda

Needless to say, I agree with everyone else - by all means talk through the meds with your gp. but certainly don't stop taking any of them - well, guess your previous experience tells you that anyway. Hope your gp is able to give you some relief.

Anthea

hi barbie before i had RA never took any pills always was healthy, i now take what pills i have been given by my doctor including pain killers, which i would never touc.now i take my meds plus painkillers, people dont understand our pain, because we may look all right. listen to your doctor good luck and happy christmas sylvia