Hi Mel, its so hard when the RA is not under control. Like you mine isnt, and although I have been told in a private consultation that with the right meds I can continue working, my GP and the rheumy clinic have suggested stopping. At the moment its my life line, doing something "normal" thats all we want really isnt it? to be normal!!! Keep remembering, it will get better, and all of us are thinking of you, you cann always ring the helpline for some support and advice, wishing you well, Barb x

Hi Mel,

As you can see, we all relate to how you are feeling. I hope that today you have got your fighting spirit back as that is really all there is to do. Perhaps Jenni would lend you her red boots although she is using them daily herself at the moment. Get angry at this dashed condition and don't let it beat you! We are on your side.

Eleanor x

Hi Mel,

I think you said it for all of us. After 18months feeling like that I have had a really good few days, thanks to a really good response to prednisolone. I know it is short term and hopefully Humira will work long term, but it has reminded me that there maybe life at the end of the tunnel and I'll remember that however bad the days, it is possible to have good days too.

I do hope there is a light for you too, soon

love from Alison xx