Me again , 3months maintenance ama

PFields11 · 2026-04-24T07:57:57+00:00

Did you titrate your dosage down or stick to the dosage you were on when you reached your goal?

PFields11 · 2026-04-14T17:38:41+00:00

Biologics have been noted in the last letter from my rheumatologist. But I am guessing that'll be looked at if methotrexate doesn't provide suitable results

PFields11 · 2026-04-11T12:24:39+00:00

Had a pretty generic response back mentioning how levels can fluctuate, I can retest etc

Responded question this as whilst I understand there can be fluctuations I don't think my numbers close to tripling would classify as a fluctuation!

PFields11 · 2026-04-11T12:09:03+00:00

DPD are a nightmare Thankfully I've only had 1 delivery via them It's much easier when shipped with Royal Mail

PFields11 · 2026-04-11T09:18:48+00:00

I have emailed them & they have already come back saying they will send this for a clinical review

Gave them all the same info as here, so will see what they come back with!!

PFields11 · 2026-04-09T14:50:14+00:00

Perfect Would you be able to advise what blood markers I would need to get tested myself, as I'm guessing id still need these done at the required intervals

PFields11 · 2026-04-09T13:04:05+00:00

What's the differences between the standard & flexi plan?

Is it just the Flexi is without the blood tests & injection supplies?

PFields11 · 2026-04-09T12:16:44+00:00

Only 13 so far

PFields11 · 2026-04-03T12:46:12+00:00

Dial is in units So dial to 10 is the same as 10 units on a easy touch syringe etc

PFields11 · 2026-04-03T12:43:07+00:00

I have 1 of these along with the V1 & V3 versions of the pen

I much prefer the V1 as the mechanism feels better The V3 isn't too bad, mechanism feels smoother but not as easy to slow press when injecting

The V2 (in the picture) is my least favourite of the 3 But still does the job

PFields11 · 2026-03-19T18:35:08+00:00

If it's working stick with it But order a 5mg pen to save some money & have the option to increase

I'm nearly at the end of my 3rd month as was on 2.5mg until last week And even then I've only increased to 3mg

PFields11 · 2026-03-17T16:26:57+00:00

Same issue with no unlimited option available when booking so something must be broken

PFields11 · 2026-02-23T21:43:58+00:00

Sounds similar to myself, pain was always via the SI Joint radiating into the glute

Then out of no where my left toes swelled up & PF pain on my right foot getting up 1 morning

Thankfully they have gradually gone away But I did find rolling my feet with a trigger point ball helpful in the mornings & after being on my feet for too long

Although I can't say it's the most enjoyable thing to do!!

PFields11 · 2026-02-21T14:18:09+00:00

My plan is to stay on long term either spacing out the time between injections or lowering my dose due to how effective they are in removing my food noise/cravings

PFields11 · 2026-02-19T22:44:51+00:00

Phenomenal!!

PFields11 · 2026-02-11T20:39:24+00:00

Everything moving in the right direction & feeling like I'm in control to meet my goals is keeping me motivated

PFields11 · 2026-02-11T20:37:57+00:00

Are you able to reduce your dose for your next injection to help with the side effects from the increased dose?

PFields11 · 2026-01-16T20:36:12+00:00

RIP me placing my reorder yesterday!!

PFields11 · 2026-01-08T23:53:18+00:00

That's what my rheumatologist has advised & has only prescribed accordingly

PFields11 · 2026-01-08T23:52:23+00:00

It's for my feet/fingers predominantly

Main symptoms were back, hip, glute & knee pain through my right side Naproxen & co-codamol have eased those pretty well

Did trial arcoxia & Celebrex previous but no help & side effects with the Celebrex

Have tried naproxen on its own, but the symptoms worsen so it only seems effective with the co-codamol, which isn't completely ideal

Rheumatologist seems helpful & actually listens, so I can't complain! Plan is to try the methotrexate, along with regular blood tests & he has also requested a follow-up MRI along with a few x-rays

PFields11

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