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notsobendywendy

Here we go again !!!!

Posted by notsobendywendy
17 hours ago

Going in on Tues 22nd to get my dose of tocilizumab,yet another drug that my body might decide its not going to like.i have reacted one way or another in a to everything so far,sometimes in a sreious way,after reacting badly to Humira (I had a very severe case of shingles)they wanted to start ...

TildaT

Good for the body and the soul.

Posted by TildaT
21 hours ago

Hey folks I'm feeling great again today! And I wanted to share some thoughts with you about the reasons why.

I had a physio session today - my last for a month or so. My physio is lovely. She is very sympathetic about the RA in a practical sort of way. I ...

sylvi

Op

Posted by sylvi Volunteer
22 hours ago

Grace Reynolds here (Sylvia Daughter) just so that everyone knows moms op went well today she was only under for 3 hours today she is heavliy banged up but she is well, me and dad r going up to her her this evening so i will keep you all informed on how she is doing and when she will b home xxxx

bradford

Results.........

Posted by bradford
yesterday

Today i saw my doctor / specialist , He asked how i was doing " I replied how long have you got " . I explained where i was getting my pains and how rubbish i was feeling , after examining me he said i was showing signs of Rheumatism( he didnt have my blood results but on previous ...

Tinwoman2

Feeling good

Posted by Tinwoman2
yesterday

I walked and ran 3 errands & saw my gp to get out my 4 stitches (in my finger) all before 11 am. Spent the early afternoon watching the 2nd half of Treasure Island then watered my garden. I just got back from my exercise class and I am feeling really good.

The birds are ...

shoebox

Routine 6 month review the other day, waiting for appointment for OT, and podiatrist. DLA claim to make?

Posted by shoebox
yesterday

Hello everyone, I had my routine 6 month review with Rhumy the other day, waiting for appointment for OT, and also podiatrist. Dr said I was also to start taking Sulphasalazine on top of 20mg MTRX to as I am still getting flares a few times a month, sometimes last a few days, sometimes last ...

avjh

Think I need a new ear

Posted by avjh
yesterday

Haven't written on the site for a while but I have been keeping up with all your news.

I recently retired and have been looking forward to being a lady of leisure even though I seem to be busier than ever.

Went to the hospital for my Rheumy appt today.My RA ...

sylvi

operation time.

Posted by sylvi Volunteer
yesterday

This is it for me for the time being. I am off to get my knee sorted out tomorrow. My daughter will put up a post to let you know how my op went.
I am hoping you all have a lovely week-end and that you are pain free as well. As soon as i'm home i will let you all know.
...

rab333

http://www.northantset.co.uk/community/nurse-to-fight-pain-and-fatigue-in-aid-of-heroes-1-3846745

Posted by rab333
2 days ago

http://www.northantset.co.uk/community/nurse-to-fight-pain-and-fatigue-in-aid-of-heroes-1-3846745

www.bmycharity.com/rabanderson

bidzi

today's the day......

Posted by bidzi
2 days ago

Well its wednesday, and my consultants' secretary promised me an email with my results.......

No, it hasn't arrived yet.

I have just phoned to check if she is going to be sending them to me as promised, but the answer phone took my call......

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