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Enbrel - Too good to be true?
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Rick Long replied to Monica Shawn's discussion 'Enbrel - Too good to be true?'
Hey There Monica,
My name's Rick.
I've had psoriatic arthritis for 20 years; extremely bad the 1st 12 months -- multiple cortizone injections for the arthitis, lots of topicals for the psoriasis. Did the PUVA for 5 years and naturally…
Arun left a comment for Monica Shawn
Hi! Monica
Thanx for your encouraging comment, I would like to know did you get any side effects of the injections you took.
Monica Shawn replied to Psoriasis Cure Now's discussion 'Psoriatic arthritis - general comments and questions'
Hi Olga, sorry for the recent diagnosis of PA. You have most likely had this for a while. If you are like me, you were misdiagnosed. The only thing that has worked for me is Enbrel injections twice a week. It has completely put mine in remission. My…
Patsy Wessinger commented on Monica Shawn's blog post 'Got a job, finally.'
Congratulations on your job!!!! My youngest daughter is also a teacher...5th grade. I believe teachers are unsung heroes.
Best Wishes,
Patsy
Monica Shawn replied to Connie Roark's discussion 'Daughter just diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis'
21 is just sooo young to have to deal with this. I have PA also. But with skin involvement. I take Enbrel injections twice a week. It has mine in remission. I will never stop taking Enbrel as long as it works. It has been a real life saver.
Monica Shawn replied to Patsy Wessinger's discussion 'Feet'
You have exactly the kind of psoriasis that I have. It is sooooo painful. I lived with a bad flare up of this sort for almost two years. Enbrel has mine under control. It is a very stubborn type of psoriasis to control. Nothing over the counter…
Monica Shawn replied to Lori's discussion 'FEET PROBLEMS'
My feet kill me. If it isn't the skin, it's the joints and tendons. Even the toe nails hurt. Enbrel keeps mine under control. I will never go off of it as long as it keeps working. I soak my feet and keep them pedicured and moisturized. I…
Monica Shawn replied to shanika mccrae's discussion 'Staph infection'
We need to stay out of stagnant water like lakes, ponds and especially oceans when we are all flared up. Bacteria for us takes on a whole new meaning. It can be very dangerous.
Monica Shawn replied to Martha M Dyer's discussion 'Symptoms of Psoriasis'
I was misdiagnosed for most of my life with eczema that turned out to be psoriasis. I think that psoriasis was a very misunderstood disease until recently. If they say it's psoriasis, then it probably is so. Your symtoms sound right for…
Monica Shawn replied to Donna Mortimer's discussion 'Enbrel Usage'
Lord help me, I hate to hear about Enbrel not working anymore for someone. I'm so afraid of this happening to me. And I know that it will because all good things come to an end sooner or later. I will not be able to handle it if my hands ever…
Traci DeFazio commented on Monica Shawn's blog post 'Got a job, finally.'
Congratulations, Monica! I'm so happy for you! I'm sure that is a huge relief! Good for you!
Monica Shawn commented on Jenna's blog post 'Wedding Nightmare!!!!'
Enbrel injections cleared mine up. I had it on my hands and feet really bad. Ask your derm what would be best for you. The ointments do not work.
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Got a job, finally.
Posted on June 19, 2009 at 11:11am 3 Comments 0 Likes
I have finally got a teaching job with benefits. That means good health insurance. Thank God!
Beware of infections
Posted on March 29, 2009 at 10:22pm 1 Comment 0 Likes
I've had Psoriasis of one form or another since I was 12. It first appeared that year after summer camp. I came home with pus filled blisters all over the bottoms of my feet. It was so painful, I had to walk on crutches. It was misdiagnosed as athlete's feet at the time. All through my teenage years, I would have flare ups on my legs. It would appear as red, painful, itchy, fluid filled blisters. Then the skin would peel off and start all over again. I felt like the alligator girl. Then like… Continue
Comment Wall (5 comments)
- At 10:41pm on February 12, 2010,
Arun said…
- Hi! Monica
Thanx for your encouraging comment, I would like to know did you get any side effects of the injections you took.
- At 1:40am on June 23, 2009,
Michael Paranzino said… - Congrats on the new job!
- At 5:15pm on May 25, 2009,
Wendy said…
- Hi there Monica,
You look beautiful to me! I have gotten quite heavy with the prednisone and all the other meds...its really hard. I wasn't into having my pic taken before all the weight, now it's even worse. It must be hard having students leave like that, but before you know it a new group will be coming, right?
I don't like the humidity or the cold....and that makes i t hard being outside, but I do like the sunshine and on a clear day it's great. Lets pray for some 70 degree non humidity clear weather. Can dress nicely without showing much...and enjoy the air!
Ok well you take good care now.
Peace,
Wendy
- At 7:52pm on May 21, 2009,
Wendy said…
- Hi Monnica,
I am not a big picture post kind of person.....I don't know exactly why, except that I take a lot of prednisone and have gained a lot of weight, and so I don't like my pics much.
Maybe I'll put one up.will think on it.
How are you doing? Is school out yet? I have been having a lot of trouble with my ankles and toes all of a sudden. Not a happy thing..but this too shall pass. I had been off of the prednisone, but had to start taking it again today. So anyway, looking forward to the holiday weekend. i am doing spiritual work with some people, and that always lifts me up.
You take care.
Peace and love,
Wendy
- At 3:56am on May 10, 2009,
Arun said…
- Hi! I am Arun. its been 5 Yeras I am plagued with Psoriasis, with no sign of rest. There has been no gaps when I was free,its been constant and troublesome.
With community along it gives me a feel that we will conquer it.
Thanks
regards
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