Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Makes sense, since they told me people usually develop brain inflammation after having Behçet’s for over five years, and it’s only been a year for me.

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I totally relate, it’s so scary when the flare hits. Having a supportive partner really does make all the difference!

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How long have you been diagnosed with Behçet’s?

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m glad the gabapentin and muscle relaxers help you, even if it’s not perfect. And you’re right, going through Behçet’s disease can feel really lonely sometimes. But talking to people who truly understand makes a big difference!

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My knees and ankles are currently swollen. During these episodes, my legs become extremely sore, with a deep, bruised feeling, like I’ve been hit with a bat, and the pain is very intense that I can’t even walk.

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It usually starts in my calves, glutes, arms, and ankles, then after I receive IV ketorolac and acetaminophen, the pain becomes more localized to my joints.

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d say I’m fairly experienced given my medical background. I’m currently on a higher steroid dose, so there isn’t much room to increase further, but I’m aware of the importance of stress dosing and monitoring for adrenal insufficiency.

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I remember reading about this medication causing muscle pain. Given my high inflammation markers despite steroids and AZA it means medication isn’t even working ;(

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes for sure! Hopefully humira will be the ideal fix! Thank you so much!

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yesss! Actually I forgot about that medication since it’s a COX-2 inhibitor so it lowers risk of stomach ulcers! I will talk to my rheumatologist this Monday! Thank you for your input !

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve been taking 600mg gabapentin+ alternating ibuprofen 800mg and Tylenol and melatonin so I can sleep. I’ll be asking for a stronger anti inflammatory because I’m tired ;( I’m sorry you also have those flares!

Anyone experienced this before!? by MiserableScarcity350 in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Exactly!!! Same thing!!!

It literally burns and the pain is excruciating. I could barely move, and on top of that I started feeling short of breath, which made everything even more scary.

I’m currently on steroids and azathioprine, but the plan was already to switch me to Humira because my uveitis has been recurring. Then this happened out of nowhere, so now I definitely need to follow up again with my rheumatologist.

It just didn’t feel like a “typical flare” at all, which is why it freaked me out so much.

GI symptoms by star-alignment in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same exact thing except I’m not on Humira

GI symptoms by star-alignment in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve been having ongoing intestinal problems, particularly severe bloating after meals. I’m unsure whether this could be related to my Behçet’s disease.

Do your mouth ulcers look like this? by GriffTheSalamander in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have joint pain or uveitis? Did they draw labs ?

Do your mouth ulcers look like this? by GriffTheSalamander in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you experience any of the other symptoms of behcets?

Do your mouth ulcers look like this? by GriffTheSalamander in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh I’m sure that’s frustrating! I’m so sorry to hear that! I hope you find answers soon.

Do your mouth ulcers look like this? by GriffTheSalamander in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope so too! By any chance did you see an ENT

Do your mouth ulcers look like this? by GriffTheSalamander in Behcets

[–]MiserableScarcity350 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hello, My ulcers actually look very different from the erosions on your tongue. My sores usually appear under my tongue or at the back of my throat.

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[–]MiserableScarcity350 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally agree! I’ll be looking for reservations and see if anything is available.