having had a four year relationship with a close imitator of RA, i must say
that there can be GOOD reason to take these new drugs, vioxx and celebrex.
the other drugs commonly used have serious side effects and are hard to take
long term. i went into remission before these drugs came out, but i will say
that it took my stomach longer to recover than the rest of me. (can't say
about the hydrochloroquinine, didn't get that one).

what's odd though about these new drugs, is that i recently had tendonitis
and my doctor would not prescribe either because my insurance wouldn't
authorize it. i spent a few days destroying my stomach again before i got
some "hot new drugs." those whose doctors are quick to prescribe new stuff
must have much better insurance then i do.

anecdotal story from someone who took the exam this year. the nurse sitting
next to her asked "did you study for this?" her hospital paid all her costs
to take it. those of you who work in hospitals etc. should know what the
usual thing is and get your institution to pay. unfortunately, i paid for it
all myself.  i studied, too.

my friend is nicer than i am. i would have broken that woman's pencils.

carol brussel IBCLC

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