Guest guest Posted March 4, 2005 Report Share Posted March 4, 2005 Hi everyone. I'm Sharon and just joined. I'm feeling a little defeated lately, and like I have no one to talk to who will understand. Diagnosed with RA at age 4. I have two small children and I'm going on 43. I was doing farily well before the girls came along (they're adopted) but the stress of mommyhood has taken a drastic toll. Currently taking Enbrel, Methotrexate and Voltarin. I'm wearing an Arizona brace on my ankle and in need of one ankle fusion, though the second ankle doesn't seem far behind. Don't now when I'll be able to schedule it with two kidies. I started a book club, and now have a very tough time going to people's homes, dealing with people who want shoes taken off and then being able to walk after stitting for three hours. (People tease me about being drunk, as I stumble around ;-]) I don't remember my RA experience feeling quite so combersome and obvious (not to mention painful) before, so feeling a bit down. Any advice on ankle fusions? Fusions vs. ankle replacements? Thanks for this forum. It looks very supportive. Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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