HELP!

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Hello.

Was taken off all my RA meds about 3 weeks ago, because I had a

Neurological reaction - (lost my vision, right leg went numb). I

immediately flared in all my joints as a reaction. The only thing I am

able to have is my pain meds. I finally get my MRI on Friday, and once

results come back, I might be able to resume my medications.

I have a huge problem today. A few hours after falling asleep last night,

I woke up because my right hand joints were locked in the fist position.

I have had this before, but it has always gone back to normal after

waking, and running it under warm water and slowly working at it.

Today, no such luck. My hand is seized up, and it's been 12.5 hours. I

cannot get it to open, only a few of the fingers will slightly loosen.

I was at my GP's office yesterday morning and saw my Rheumy

yesterday afternoon. I won't be able to get in to see either for a while.

Has this happened to members before? If so, how long can it last???

I cannot take Predisone because it may make the MRI results invalid

by taking down inflammation which had caused the Neurological

problem.

It has taken me forever to 2 finger type this, so I will just be reading and

not replying to posts right away.

Any and all info appreciated!

PS - The last time I posted asking members to pray for me to get an

MRI quickly, I got a call the very same day with a date.