How do you deal with the immune suppression from the medications?I have been recently diagnosed and started the meds, my concern is they say the meds can suppress the immune system. I...reactions3repliesNewly DiagnosedTreatment
How do you adjust to having PsA?I was diagnosed with plaque psoriasis when I was 18 and about 2 years later the PsA diagnosis came. It was monitored...reactions2repliesCopingFriends & FamilyMental HealthTips & AdviceWork & Employment
Any general safety procedures for those on biologics?Soon to be on Cimzia and wondered if there are general guidelines to observe while on an immunosuppressant i.e. avoid rare meats...reactions6repliesBiologicTreatment
Little things, big stressWhat is one small thing that *always* gets you stressed out - even though you know it's not something important?...reactions6repliesMental Health
What has been your experience with Remicade IV infusions?I am due to start this drug next week. Am a little gunshy because of deja vu feelings re chemotherapy 20 yrs...reactions4repliesBiologicTreatment
New here and question WWYD: I haven't been to a Rheumatologist in 8 years!Hi I am new here! I have a question because I haven't been to a rheumatologist in so, so long. I would...reactions15repliesTreatment
Steriod injectionHas anyone ever had a steriod injection that didnt work due to an underlying infection, this happened to me, 2 weeks ago...reactions1replyComorbiditiesNewly DiagnosedTreatment
Start humira in between flares?Hi all. After about 6-8 months on methotrexate & sulfasalazine, I have continued to struggle enthesitis and fatigue (though some improvement in...reactions2repliesTreatment
Has anyone rapidly developed tinnitus over a matter of a few months?I started noticing mild intermittent tinnitus about 6 mos ago. The neurologist thinks it is ENT; ENT says it is neurological. Now...reactions2repliesComorbiditiesSymptoms