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3 Reasons to Begin Using Rheumatoid Arthritis Medicines to Fight the Disease

December 15, 2009May 17, 2018 Kelly Young 28 Comments Encouragement for living with RA, Rheumatoid arthritis treatment

Rheumatoid Arthritis medicines called “big guns” Often, people ask how they’ll know when are ready for the big guns. My answer: When RA fires its weapons on you! It’s time for powerful Rheumatoid Arthritis medicines as soon as you know that you have Rheumatoid Arthritis. Chronic Rheumatoid Arthritis has first strike weapons that can be like a...Continue reading 28 Comments » Read more

Comparing Risks and Benefits of Rheumatoid Arthritis Medicines

December 4, 2009May 17, 2018 Kelly Young 39 Comments Methotrexate, Rheumatoid arthritis treatment

Everything has risks and benefits Frequently, people ask me about whether it is safe to take Rheumatoid Arthritis medicines like methotrexate. There is no simple answer. Like everything in life, we have to weigh risks and benefits. Is the benefit to be gained worth the risks involved? Sometimes it’s little things: If the French fry falls on...Continue reading 39 Comments » Read more

Do You Take Methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis?

September 25, 2009May 17, 2018 Kelly Young 127 Comments Methotrexate, Rheumatoid arthritis treatment, Tips for living with Rheumatoid Arthritis

What about methotrexate and RA? I answer that question frequently. People who are not taking methotrexate want to know how it feels and how it works. People who are already taking methotrexate for Rheumatoid Arthritis ask me how I deal with side effects. I've spent countless hours writing replies to questions about methotrexate and RA - everything from side effects...Continue reading 127 Comments » Read more

Part 3: Methotrexate Side Effects in Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

What about methotrexate side effects often means, "What can methotrexate do to me?" Although methotrexate is often the first DMARD (disease modifying anti-rheumatic drug) which is prescribed to treat Rheumatoid Arthritis, it is still considered a dangerous drug. It is used as chemotherapy for many cancers, but in much higher doses than it is to treat RA. It...Continue reading Make a Comment » Read more

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

What is Remission of Rheumatoid Arthritis? part 3

September 4, 2009May 17, 2018 Kelly Young 25 Comments History of Rheumatoid Arthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis remission, Rheumatoid arthritis treatment

The Story of Rheumatoid Arthritis Remission Once upon a time, there was no effective treatment for Rheumatoid Arthritis. Eventually, various substances were found to assuage some symptoms, at least slightly. And then one day, doctors thought they had found a cure in cortisone. However, they soon learned that they were mistaken. During our lifetime, substances have actually...Continue reading 25 Comments » Read more

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