Part 2: Good Effects of Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Why would I use methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis? For thousands of patients with rheumatic diseases, methotrexate has been the miracle drug they hoped for. Historically, before methotrexate, Rheumatoid Arthritis patients could mostly only treat their symptoms. There was no effective way to attack the disease itself. The only hope of real improvement was spontaneous remission, which...Continue reading Make a Comment » Read more

Part 7: My Decision about Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis

My own methotrexate decision Sometimes I think of methotrexate this way: in our war against Rheumatoid Arthritis, methotrexate cuts the enemy army down to a more manageable size. Methotrexate is a powerful weapon. I have used it because an RA warrior needs to use every weapon which proves useful. Recently, I was questioned by someone I know who...Continue reading Make a Comment » Read more

Part 6: Checklist for Moderating Methotrexate Side Effects in Rheumatoid Arthritis

What can be done to help methotrexate side effects? 13 Things to consider before flushing methotrexate Methotrexate is an important drug for Rheumatoid Arthritis treatment. Many patients give up on it before fully considering their options. If a physician has recommended you discontinue methotrexate either due to liver toxicity or kidney malfunction, then you must do so....Continue reading Make a Comment » Read more

Part 5: Dealing with Risks & Dangers: Methotrexate and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Common issues with methotrexate for RA About 90 percent of people with Rheumatoid Arthritis will take methotrexate at some point. The majority will take if for more than 5 years. Fortunately, the risk of serious complications is small and can be reduced even further by proper monitoring. Most issues with methotrexate are not considered medically serious. This...Continue reading 1 Comment » Read more

Part 4: Considering Methotrexate as a Disease Treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis

But you don’t look sick: making methotrexate work in your favor Some people fear taking it because they say, “Hey, that it is chemotherapy!” which makes it sound so menacing. I read one post of a woman who actually discontinued methotrexate treatment because she realized that it is a chemo-type drug. It was working against her psychologically...Continue reading Make a Comment » Read more

Part 1: Should I Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis with Methotrexate?

Get the facts about methotrexate before you decide Over and over, I read these warnings on message boards about methotrexate. One RA patient is telling another newly diagnosed patient: “Hey, watch out. Don’t take methotrexate if they try to give you that! It’s gonna really mess you up.” I approach this topic with trepidation, wondering if it’s...Continue reading 1 Comment » Read more

Methotrexate and Rheumatoid Arthritis

Is Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis a villain or vanquisher? Methotrexate is the most commonly prescribed disease-fighting drug for Rheumatoid Arthritis. I am asked so many questions about methotrexate. Here, I have provided a basic overview of issues concerning RA treatment with methotrexate. Of course, you should always consult physicians for medical advice. Index of Methotrexate Section Part 1:...Continue reading 2 Comments » Read more

Rheumatoid Arthritis Requires Disease Treatment and Symptom Treatment

June 24, 2009May 17, 2018 Kelly Young 31 Comments Biologics for RA, Comprehensive RA Care, Enbrel, Humira, Methotrexate, Rheumatoid arthritis treatment

There is a difference between disease control and symptom control for Rheumatoid Arthritis. There is no Rheumatoid Arthritis cure. You probably gathered that from yesterday’s funny blog. However, there are medications which can curb many of the effects of RA by actually cutting back the activity of the immune cells. These are the medicines referred to as DMARDs: disease...Continue reading 31 Comments » Read more

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