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If Someone Can Help That's Okay Seeking Answers To Help Swelling Fingers And Wrists

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Does anyone here have moderate to severe rheumatoid arthritis and still learning the steps how to live with this disease? I am going through many steps with it as we RA (rheumatoid arthritis specialist and I) have tried a few medications that did work briefly but due to bad side effects were needed to be changed
So I'm learning new things about RA medication and how to work with RA flares when my fingers begin to swell and no longer want to cooperate. I know this isn't going to be easy but I'm… read more

December 10, 2023
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Can't take Prednisone it's a steroid and I am allergic to steroids. My RA specialist is doing just fine with the steps we're taking as we've gone through multiple medications to where we are now. I've been with him for eight years. Wouldn't be with a specialist this long if I didn't have strong trust in them.

December 11, 2023 (edited)
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

FYI
Fish oil and plant oils have a positive effect for some people too along with other vitamins and minerals. CBD may be helpful too. Of course consulting your doctor about these is so very important .

December 10, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I did some research on "complimentary and alternative options for treating rheumatoid arthritis and found that there are many that can and are used but with varying degrees of success. I also discovered that there is a great need for more research on the impacts of alternative medicines. My primary source of information was from John's Hopkins Medical which is a very respected source. Three things were a take away. MANAGING STRESS, a HEALTHY DIET and PHYSICAL ACTIVITY. I'm sure you're already familiar with those...
Oh Sue! Dealing with rheumatoid arthritis in addition to epilepsy must be SO challenging. My heart goes out to you my friend. I agree with Marguerite, that finding a support group ( preferably face to face) might help with stress levels. I'm guessing there are some online groups as well.
Please keep us posted on your continuing search for relief of you pain.

December 10, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Your RA will improve and cut down/out prednisone

December 10, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Hi,follow a Vegan Lifestyle/diet.

December 10, 2023

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