Guest guest Posted June 13, 2003 Report Share Posted June 13, 2003 In a message dated 6/13/03 8:36:44 PM Pacific Daylight Time, writes: I was put on 100 mg of Imuran and 40 mg of pred to be weaned down to 10mg. I was feeling great and then I started running fevers of 103 plus and having severe joint and muscle pain. I thought I was reducing the pred too fast but my doctor told me to immediately get off the Imuran. I feel a bit better, just tired. . . . , welcome to the group. You say Imuran wasn't working well for you. Have you and your doctor discussed an alternative drug, such as 6MP or CellCept? These work for some people who don't tolerate Imuran. Be sure your Prednisone is reduced very gradually, with the reduction monitored by blood tests. What sort of connective tissue problem do you have? Is it also an autoimmune disease? . Gaynel, give Cliff our best wishes. Ruth, good to hear from you again. Did the play and the costumes go well? Luann, once again you have a lot to handle, and you always do it well. Tony, you are incredibly compassionate and strong. I wish I were lucky enough to have you living next door. You take such good care of others; I'd like to repay the kindness you dispense so generously. You add sunshine to all our days. Harper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2003 Report Share Posted June 14, 2003 In a message dated 6/13/03 11:36:44 PM Eastern Daylight Time, writes: Cheryl, great picture, your kisd are really cute, What's this about the three youngest... how many do you have? Patty I have 4. My oldest son , is in Jr. High School and was still in school when I snapped that picture. Cheryl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 14, 2003 Report Share Posted June 14, 2003 cheryl....i missed the photos of your kids somehow could you resend them? love jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 My LLMD's advice and treatment has been abx maintenance just to get me to FEEL better (after 16 years) and to be able to FUNCTION better. Along with this, I take natural supplements. My morning pill routine is pretty extensive. Until a cure comes along, I'll vote for this option. It seems to keep the sudden onset of new symptoms at bay and keeps the old, familiar ones on a more manageable level. Plus, reducing stress has a major impact on overall health, as does finding something -- so matter how small -- that you are passionate about and spending some time focusing only on that passion. The uplifting that happens from that experience reduces symptoms for me. A healthy life-style (emotional, physical, and sprititual) also stacks the scales in our favor! Also for those who are still drinking or eating diet foods -- read the labels. Anything with Aspartame is horrendous for our systems. http://panicattack.net/asp.htm And avoid MSG. http://panicattack.net/msg.htm And lastly, for anyone who has not read, " The Wounded Healer, " I strongly suggest reading it. We are NOT alone -- though it often feels that way -- on this journey through illness. Blessings, > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2005 Report Share Posted January 7, 2005 Great results Debra IF I ate pasta I would chose Dreamfield , which tastes JUST LIKE REAL PASTA! over any pasta with soy stuff in it.. Soy tastes awful! (not to mention I am hypothyroid and cant eat it any I have eaten dreamfields when I want my carbs down low for a meal. Ileen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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