Injections For Psoriasis
I was diagnosed with lupus and then psoriasis around 3 years ago. Having tried various creams that did nothing, I was put on ciclosporin which helped because this time last year I could hardly walk. However, it affected kidney/liver so despite trying a lower dose I was take off it. I was then put on Fumaderm and the same thing happened! My Nephrologist took me off. I am now back on Acitretin which helps but does not control it. My Dermo wants to go for injections - has anyone else had any experience of this? I understand it is a last ditch thing partially because of the cost and it has to be done in the hospital. I am nearly 78 years. I am very worried about potential side affects - I do not know name of injection because i am waiting for the appointment and the paperwork.
View 1 RepliesVasectomy And Genital Psoriasis
Should I notify the doctor ahead of time that I have Psoriasis in my groin area? I am wondering if it would stop the procedure from happening?
View 2 RepliesPsoriasis :: Can I Get Chickenpox Again Within 6 Months?
I got the chickenpox 6 months ago for the first time at the age of 21. I have Psoriasis but they were dormant until the chicken pox, it took me near enough 6 months and still ongoing, to get rid of them by UV Treatment. Now my brother has chicken pox, and i was wondering if can i get them again within 6 months of the last time ?
View 1 RepliesPsoriasis :: Severe Head And Neck Pain
I have Spor/Arth. and have been treated for over thirty years.
Almost every joint has been affected over the years,operations to hands,toes and knees.
Diagenic stopped after 20 years which put my body into shock,now taking Tramacet for the pain.
A major problem now is pain generating in the neck and into my entire head and into my ears nose and face.
I can feel small lumps under the skin and the head pain is severe.
Also heavy sweating from the neck.
I also have a heart condition,thyroid dysfunction Chronic fatigue syndrome.and kidney problems.
There is a number of medication I cannot take because of the other
conditions I have.
I have had acupuncture,physio,and steroid injections but the head pain is so severe even to the touch.
HIV Prevention :: Penile Psoriasis And Receiving Oral Sex
I have a concern and not sure if i am at risk of hiv transmission through oral sex. I receive oral sex from a massage worker for around 10 mins and ejaculated outside her mouth. One thing to mention that i have 2 months old penile psoriasis on the head of my penis. Can some expert assess my risk?
View 10 RepliesPsoriasis :: Hydroxychloroquine - Cheeks Looked Red And Swollen
I was prescribed the above about two months ago. About two weeks after starting it my cheeks looked red and swollen and I had an itchy rash under my chin. Stopped taking it and it all cleared up in the following two weeks.
the Rheumy nurse has told me to try it again to make sure it was the cause. Thing is, I've had Sjogrens for about 20 years with the usual dryness, but I cope with eye drops and vaginal lubrication and HRT cream. Apart from the odd tummy troubles, I'm thankfully not in pain and lead a pretty normal life.
i'm not at all sure if taking hydroxychloroquine is worth it for me, as I dread it damaging my eyesight. My Specialist seems to think it may help with my poor sense of taste and smell, which would be great as it's depressing.
Psoriasis :: Diagnosed With Psoriatic Arthritis - Tips / Advice?
I'm 40 years old, mum to 2 girls 16 & 11. I just been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis and I'm so scared and confused, I'm looking for people in the same boat to help me understand what I'm going through. I have suffered with scalp psoriasis for about 10 years. For about a year I had the odd pain here and there, but nothing I thought was worth going to the doctors about, but 6 months ago my knee started to hurt more regularly but I still put it down to getting old. One night I woke up in excruciating pain on my knee, could not move it at all, took a couple of hours with a bag of frozen peas to ease the pain and after taking painkillers the pain went and I carried on with my life. Just under 2 months ago that same pain came back but not just my knee, my shoulder, my elbow and my neck were affected too. I felt like I was paralysed by pain and had to be practically carried to the GP. That was the first time I ever heard of PA...I didn't even know it existed. My GP suspected it and sent me to loads of blood tests, and prescribed a load of tablets. A week later the pain was not easing so back to the GP and this time he gave me stronger co codamol and the pain started to get better. Another week and the blood tests results came back and showed inflammation, very low vit D and folic acid, so GP gave me supplements and decided to give me a 3 vial steroid injection, which he was hopeful could relieve me of pain for a month, while I was being referred to the rheumatologist. I was pain free for 3 days and then it came back with a vengeance. Back on the co codamol and naproxen but the pain was easing just a bit, I couldn't sleep as I any position made something hurt. GP asked for an urgent referral, but that got lost and despite me trying to get things moving, nothing was happening fast enough so I went private, got an appointment within 2 days and a diagnosis. I started methotrexate 2 weeks ago, which makes me very sick and diarrhoea for 3 days, then it settles. Still on co codamol for pain as I refused the steroids the rheumy wanted to prescribe. My life has been turned upside down, almost every day I wake up with different joints hurting. I feel like the pain is eating me away, it's so disheartening when I can't even prepare my child's lunch box because my hands won't allow it. I work through an agency and they are on the verge of getting rid of me because I have taken the odd day off when the pain is just too much. I have been on anti depressants for years and I feel my depression getting worse, I don't want to leave the house or see anyone because I feel so so low. Will it ever get better?
View 32 RepliesPsoriasis :: Enbrel - Concerned About The Side Effects - Chances Of Infection
I have been to the hospital today. I have been treated for psoriatic arthritis for about 5 years. My consultant says that as I have tried everything else, without success I now have to decide whether to have Enbrel. I am a bit concerned about the side effects especially increased chance of infection. While I was on methotrexate I had quite a few infections including shingles.Also not keen on giving myself injections
Not taking anything is now causing deformity in my joints and tissue inflammation so an important decision.
Psoriasis :: Hydroxychloroquine - Insomnia, Nightmares, Stomach Upsets Side Effects?
Is anyone taking Hydroxychloroquine for PA? I got it on prescription from my rheumatologist yesterday. Reading a few forums,and user reviews of insomnia,nightmares,stomach upsets rashes,to name just a few of the side effects. Is the treatment worth it for all the side effects?
View 2 RepliesPsoriasis :: Pain Management - Stelara, DMARDs, Enbrel And Humira Not Working
despite using strong painkillers, oxycodone-both long lasting plus short acting plus amitriptyline for sleep plus topical ointment, I cannot get on top of the pain or swelling. I started Stelara in December after DMARDs, Enbrel & Humira failing. I'm also on 7.5mg Prednisone daily. I can't cope much longer, this flare started in November. I suppose I should be grateful that my skin is clear but the pain in my joints is horrendous. My knees, hands and wrists are so swollen. Mobility is crap, I'm virtually crawling to get upstairs, getting dressed is so difficult and painful. I'm seeing OT in 2 weeks plus my rheumatologist on 8th March, also I'm seeing another rheumatologist in may for 2nd opinion because I'm not convinced my current one is expert in PsA. I've been going to hydrotherapy for a few weeks and am going to continue as a paying client because it's been good for me mentally and I don't want to sit around waiting to become completely immobilised. My knees are like melons today, should I rest, elevate or what? Sorry for negativity but I've just about had enough
View 38 RepliesBreastfeeding :: How Does It Work Exactly
Im a first-time mommy to be and im confused on what usually happens when breastfeeding do most women breast feed for the entire first year and then swtich over to regular instead of formula ? Any advice you ladies can give me is appreciated
View 5 RepliesStapedectomy Did Not Work - Day 41
Now at day 41 and stapedectomy still not working. Hearing was no better when packing was removed at 2 weeks. Surgeon said it will still be fluid. Climbing the walls counting EVERY single day. Waiting for something to happen. Just had a weeks course of steroids, no difference. It feels as if i'm in a goldfish bowl and everybody around me is on the outside, i feel like i'm in a deep hole and can't get out. I'm sure there's still fluid there as i can feel it when i swallow, and also on several occasions each day when i swallow, mainly listening to music, i get a one split second burst of loudness which after reading the internet makes me thinks it's my tube blocked? But it doesn't hold open for longer than a swallow. I also get like a thumping on my eardrum when i belch, as if a blast hits it? This also wakes me in the night with the banging. Not that i sleep much as EVERY waking moment of my life at the moment is consumed by it. I've had 6 weeks off work until now, due to go back in tomorrow. My unsteadiness had cleared for about 10 days but came back with avengence a couple of days ago. Not vertigo dizziness, but like the quick movements dizziness. I do still get crackling and clicking in my ear. Spoke to surgeons secretary last thursday who is going to get a message to him this tuesday, as that's the first time she will see him apparently. Has anybody else had fluid for this amount of time, or can give any advice or anything to make me feel it'll still work and that i can get my life back?
View 4 RepliesPregnancy :: Does Castor Oil Really Work? Has Anyone Tried It?
So I have been reading that castor oil is safe as long as u don't take it before 37 weeks. So has anyone ever tried the castor oil method. Does it work. Is it safe? Any side effects
View 5 RepliesPregnancy :: Are You Able To Get Dental Work Done
Are u able to get dental work done during pregnancy
View 8 RepliesPregnancy :: Can I Get Any Dental Work?
Can I get any dental work that doesn't involve amnesia like braces or cleaning while I'm pregnant.
View 2 RepliesHow Long Does Trimethoprim Take To Work?
I'm currently suffering from a Uti that causes me to Urinate litres of water and I was given a seven day course of Trimethoprim when the doctor found bacteria and blood in my urine. It been 48 hours since I started and I have had 5 of the tablets. There has been no difference, should it have already started? I'm male, which may mean that it takes longer to work than say a women in this situation.
View 1 RepliesOxytetracycline Will Work For My Acne?
I am 20 and have been suffering with a bad experience with acne since I was 14.....the main area i have acne is on my shoulders and back......it really brings me down and stops me from ever wanting to take my top off! I have also lost a lot of confidence as i think ppl will look at me in a bad way if i take my top of as ppl tend 2 think if someone has spots they must be dirty!
I have used many different creams in the past which were prescribed by my doctor but none of them worked! since october 2009 I have been taking Oxytetracycline, I take 4 pills a day, since taking the drug i feel like i expect my skin to clear up quickly but have had no luck....I have good days and bad at times I can have very BIG spots on my back, giving me trouble when trying to sleep at night. I am no unsure if i need to give it time or is the drug just not working for me? I have been on them for more than 3 months.
It is more annoying as I have a holiday booked for July and want to be able to take my top off an go swimming but if my acne remains the same i will have no choice but to stay covered up or cancel my holiday.
Depression :: Phobia Of Work?
I am 25 years old and feel like my life is completely screwed.
I have suffered from major anxiety and depression since I was very young (before elementary school) and have fought it ever since.
School was a horrible experience from me, my anxiety would cause horrible stomach issues so I was sick all the time, then that progressed into the fear of getting sick. Panic attacks were the norm and still are many days.
I think I have a phobia of work and I cannot figure it out or get past it. I had my first job when I was sixteen and loved it, I had to quit due to school but then got another job after I graduated high school and worked there for about a year. As time went by I grew extremely bored and almost aggravated at the job. I started feeling sick again and started to always look for ways to miss days.
Another job came and same thing happened.
Then I found a part time job I enjoyed as it fit my one and only true passion, I worked there for six years on and off, last year I decided to bust my butt to impress the higher ups to possibly ensure more work, only to have days cut and treated in my opinion like anyone else. I was mad and once again started the calling out, getting sick, etc. I was also put on Prozac which was HORRIBLE.
I had a very hard time the past five years or so finding a real full time job. Nobody would hire me. I applied everywhere and only had one interview, I even had a background check ran for myself to make sure nothing was on it.
A few months ago I was hired to work for a company from home. It was a fantastic opportunity because it got rid of my getting sick at work fear, paid well, and had potential to move up. I got married, life was good, my future was bright.
I ended up losing the job because I couldn't figure half of it out. It wasn't even hard, it was just customer service type stuff. This murdered me in the head and now I can't stop thinking what I lost.
I have ZERO motivation to try looking again because I know how hard it is and don't trust myself. I hate almost everything, I have one passion and I consider it my only opportunity in life to go anywhere but it cannot be done without money. So I'm in such a bind I can't figure out what to do.
I sincerely feel like my whole life I've had a phobia to work, I may like a job for a few weeks, then hate it, one week may try to miss the whole week, it's almost like more of a phobia to commit to doing anything. Whether it's fear of how I will feel, failure, I have no idea.
I am not on any medicine now, it made things worst. I'm just completely lost in life and quickly falling. Has anyone else dealt with similar issues? How did you overcome them or did you?
Mirtazapine Doesn't Work On Everybody
I would like to know why there is an opinion that if mirt works for you ,you are naive.for every person it doesn't work for there must be a person it works for.
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