my question is although I have had high rf tests of 441 ect… for probably 7 years now with no systoms of ra, can this be doing internal damage just by being in your blood? i understand i may experience it my future, but does this wreak havoc if unseen? with high rf numbers, also can the fact im a carrier of tb and did have hep c which I will always test positive for both antibodies, (was treated for and cures of both) (tb )being a carrier, as I came in contact with someone as a child and had hep non a & b in the 80;s and given meds that I was one of the 10% of pop that it cured. Are there other tests that
pregnancy and RA
Do you have to take methotrexate in combination with Remicade? I was wondering because I am looking to possibly have another child in the next two years and I know that methotrexate is category X for pregnancy.
Rheumatic fever. Body building
Is there a connection between Rheumatic Fever and RA? Can someone with RA benefit from bodybuilding exercises?
supartz injections
My co-worker had a series of Supartz shots six months ago and has had great results. But now the pain is back. Her old doctor retired and the new doctor said he didn’t think she can have anymore shots or series of shots. Can she? How long can she put off surgery, if the shots are doing her so well while they last? Is this something she can do for awhile? Years? Eager to hear back, Sandra
Anti-DNA antibodies
i have an antiDNA value of about 216.i would like to know the normal value and is this harm my health.
RA and a sore wrist despite MTX and REmicade
Hello Expert, I have had RA for last 5 yrs and it has been active for last year. I am on Remicade 125mg and take 4 MTX a week. My wrist is in pain very day especially nights. I am only 29 yrs old and am worried if this happens to my other wrist I will no longer be able to work. My rheumy does not want to give me surgery I don’t see how my wrist will ever get better on its own. Please give me any advice. Thank you.
