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Tentative About Starting Humira
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I was recently diagnosed with AS. I had started Celebrex 3 days before meeting my rheumatologist. The rheumatologist barely read my chart or listened to anything I was saying before telling me I need to start Humira. My inflammation markers are all down to normal ranges after Celebrex. My pain levels are drastically reduced - though I still have SI joint pain. The Dr said Humira stops the disease progression- which is why I need to start. If my inflammation is down, is the disease still… read more

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Thank you so much for sharing your story

Anyone Else Experienced Horrible Almost Sciatic-like Pain Where It's Almost Debilitating That Came From Nowhere?
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They gave me tramadol and up'd my Lyrica dose but it's really only taking the edge off.

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Sacroiliitis is my main driver for that type of pain. The surgery helped I'm getting the other side done. I might be able to race 90yo ladies in the super market after lol.

I Have An Itching Sensation That Follows My Spine Up And Down My Back. It Responds To Voltaren. Any Idea What Might Cause This?
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I have Psoratic Arthritis and post herpetic neuralgia in my right leg from a bad case of Shingles. The itching feeling is strong enough to keep me awake at night. Any ideas on getting this to subside? Thanks, Becky

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When I have a flare up the affected joints itch but it is like they are itching on the inside, under the skin.

How Does Pelvis SI Joint Pain Infusion Feel ? I Have Horrible SI Joint Pain And Am Considering Fusion.
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Spondylitis Symptoms Read Article...
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This is great! Keep us informed of your progress.

Does Anyone Else Seem To Pick Up Viruses (cold/flu) Easily? I'm Not On Any DMARD Or Biologics
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Yes, before I was treated for spondylarthritis I was sick all the time. The odd thing is that being on biologics has made me healthier, I still get sick, but its not as bad as before.

My Muscles In The Back Of My Legs Hurt, And So Does My Groin. It's Really Hard To Lower Myself Into A Sitting Position. Anyone Else?
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What Does Ankylosing Spondylitis Look Like? Read Article...
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My pain is more in the front. I stretch daily (which has helped me so much) I could not believe it. I do it daily before work
I am wondering if we will loose function of our legs. I have a lot of… read more

What Bout Costal Chondrites And Chest Pain
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Costochondritis - is a thing. It can be difficult to move and even breathe. Here's a link to a good article. https://www.myspondylitisteam.com/resources/ear... Blessings - Rebecca

Do Any Of You Experience Burning In Your Feet And Legs When You Wake Up In The Morning? If So, How Do You Deal With It?
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I have Spondyloarthropathy

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Hell yeah
Most mornings my heels feel like they are literally on hot coals
That’s from what sleep I do manage, absolutely dread even going to bed anymore.
Usually nod off for an hour then wake… read more

Are Biologic Meds In The Same Family Of Medications As Tylenol And Antinflatory. I'm New To All Of This. Trying To Figure It All Out.
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Thank you

Why Isn't Some Sort Of IV Cortisone, Ativan, And Ketamine Weekly To Help With This? So Many Are Suffering. Biologics Are $1,200-$5,000
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Managing Spondylitis Flare-Ups Read Article...
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Cortisone can’t be used continuously because of its side effects on the body. That is why cortisone shots can only be had a few times a year (2 or 3 times a year in each joint). Ativan does nothing to… read more