Re: new to RA and support groups of any kind

[Guest guest]

I would say that my RA is in remission with Enbrel. How long has he

been on it? Perhaps another one of the biologics, such as Humira, would

work better for him. Or maybe he needs to give the Enbrel and Arava

more time.

Sue

On Saturday, September 8, 2007, at 12:20 PM, writerswife wrote:

> What can be expected? Does anyone have any experience with RA in which

> the condition has actually gone into remission? Or are we looking at

> this getting worse and worse?

>

[Guest guest]

WW,

RA like so many auto-immune disease effecs everyone a little differently.

I have seen improvement with Embrel and Methotrexate. I still have bad pain

in my hands but my knees are much better. They are finding new meds everyday

and research has come along way. Read all you can, listen to the people in

the groups and find the combination that works for him.It is wonderfull to

see that you are taking such an active part in his disease. Support means

more than anything else.

Heidi M

On 9/8/07, Sue <marysue@...> wrote:

>

> I would say that my RA is in remission with Enbrel. How long has he

> been on it? Perhaps another one of the biologics, such as Humira, would

> work better for him. Or maybe he needs to give the Enbrel and Arava

> more time.

>

> Sue

>

> On Saturday, September 8, 2007, at 12:20 PM, writerswife wrote:

>

> > What can be expected? Does anyone have any experience with RA in which

> > the condition has actually gone into remission? Or are we looking at

> > this getting worse and worse?

> >

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks for responding. He has already tried Humira and

it had stopped working so his rheumotologist has him

on Enbrel. He's already been through Humira, Humira +

Methatrexate, Avara, Avara + Enbrel, etc but the

disease has clearly progressed. Is there anything in

the way of exercise or diet that you have found

effective?

ww

--- Sue <marysue@...> wrote:

> I would say that my RA is in remission with Enbrel.

> How long has he

> been on it? Perhaps another one of the biologics,

> such as Humira, would

> work better for him. Or maybe he needs to give the

> Enbrel and Arava

> more time.

>

> Sue

>

> On Saturday, September 8, 2007, at 12:20 PM,

> writerswife wrote:

>

> > What can be expected? Does anyone have any

> experience with RA in which

> > the condition has actually gone into remission? Or

> are we looking at

> > this getting worse and worse?

> >

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Thanks for the response. How long have you had the

disease? Are you still able to work? Are there any

other support groups you'd recommend?

ww

--- Heidi Mendelsohn <hmendelsohn@...> wrote:

> WW,

> RA like so many auto-immune disease effecs

> everyone a little differently.

> I have seen improvement with Embrel and

> Methotrexate. I still have bad pain

> in my hands but my knees are much better. They are

> finding new meds everyday

> and research has come along way. Read all you can,

> listen to the people in

> the groups and find the combination that works for

> him.It is wonderfull to

> see that you are taking such an active part in his

> disease. Support means

> more than anything else.

> Heidi M

>

>

> On 9/8/07, Sue <marysue@...> wrote:

> >

> > I would say that my RA is in remission with

> Enbrel. How long has he

> > been on it? Perhaps another one of the biologics,

> such as Humira, would

> > work better for him. Or maybe he needs to give the

> Enbrel and Arava

> > more time.

> >

> > Sue

> >

> > On Saturday, September 8, 2007, at 12:20 PM,

> writerswife wrote:

> >

> > > What can be expected? Does anyone have any

> experience with RA in which

> > > the condition has actually gone into remission?

> Or are we looking at

> > > this getting worse and worse?

> > >

> >

> >

> >

>

>

> [Non-text portions of this message have been

> removed]

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

I did read in the Arthritis Foundation's magazine that there may be some truth

to the old adage that diet and food allergies can exacerbate flares. If you

have good coverage, it might be worth it to see an allergist and see if there's

any foods that he should avoid. Best, Kate F

Re: [ ] new to RA and support groups of any kind

Thanks for responding. He has already tried Humira and

it had stopped working so his rheumotologist has him

on Enbrel. He's already been through Humira, Humira +

Methatrexate, Avara, Avara + Enbrel, etc but the

disease has clearly progressed. Is there anything in

the way of exercise or diet that you have found

effective?

ww

--- Sue <marysuetriad (DOT) rr.com> wrote:

> I would say that my RA is in remission with Enbrel.

> How long has he

> been on it? Perhaps another one of the biologics,

> such as Humira, would

> work better for him. Or maybe he needs to give the

> Enbrel and Arava

> more time.

>

> Sue

>

> On Saturday, September 8, 2007, at 12:20 PM,

> writerswife wrote:

>

> > What can be expected? Does anyone have any

> experience with RA in which

> > the condition has actually gone into remission? Or

> are we looking at

> > this getting worse and worse?

> >

>

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

That's too bad that his rheumatologist has not found the right combo of

meds to relieve his pain and inflammation. I realize how very lucky I

am that Enbrel works so well for me. He should keep complaining to his

rheumy about his pain; the squeaky wheel gets the grease.

I can't tell that diet affects my RA at all. I have diabetes and

therefore try to eat a healthy diet that limits carbohydrates. I think

it's always important to eat a healthy diet with plenty of fruits and

vegetables. The same is true of exercise; it's good for one's overall

health.

I hope your husband gets some relief soon. You're a gem for supporting

him.

Sue

On Saturday, September 8, 2007, at 01:56 PM, Tina McGurk wrote:

> Thanks for responding. He has already tried Humira and

> it had stopped working so his rheumotologist has him

> on Enbrel. He's already been through Humira, Humira +

> Methatrexate, Avara, Avara + Enbrel, etc but the

> disease has clearly progressed. Is there anything in

> the way of exercise or diet that you have found

> effective?

[Guest guest]

I would suggest seeking a second opinion. Remission is the goal and can be

achieved in many cases.

Not an MD

[ ] new to RA and support groups of any kind

> My husband was diagnosed with RA about 30 months ago and it's been a

> parade of pain and

> medications ever since. He's currently on Enbrel and Arava plus 2 800 mg

> ibuprofen daily. He

> still wakes up with moderate to severe joint pains. What can be expected?

> Does anyone have

> any experience with RA in which the condition has actually gone into

> remission? Or are we

> looking at this getting worse and worse?

>

> ww

[Guest guest]

Tina, Sorry it has taken me so long to get back to you I have been down the

past few days. I went to a physical therapist and they taught me streching

exercises for my fibro. I find that streching my legs out and arms out helps

loosen me up . I usually take a hot shower after that. The one thing I have

found that helps my hands is pariffin wax treatment. you can get the wax an

the machine ( looks like a crock pot)you can find it at target or walmart.

It feels great.

Heidi

On 9/9/07, <Matsumura_Clan@...> wrote:

>

> I would suggest seeking a second opinion. Remission is the goal and can

> be

> achieved in many cases.

>

>

> Not an MD

>

> [ ] new to RA and support groups of any kind

>

> > My husband was diagnosed with RA about 30 months ago and it's been a

> > parade of pain and

> > medications ever since. He's currently on Enbrel and Arava plus 2 800 mg

>

> > ibuprofen daily. He

> > still wakes up with moderate to severe joint pains. What can be

> expected?

> > Does anyone have

> > any experience with RA in which the condition has actually gone into

> > remission? Or are we

> > looking at this getting worse and worse?

> >

> > ww

>

>

>