[Sugah]

One caution on the wraps & braces: I was using them to rest my joints, especially on days that I had to do a lot of writing in class. My doctor warned against keeping them in the braces too long, as range of motion as well as strength can be compromised.

Judy, I know a woman on methotrexate. She swears it's a wonder drug. My RA has been out of remission for about nine months now, and I've been avoiding any tests for it until August, when my new insurance kicks in. I don't want to divert chynita's thread, but I have to ask: have you had any problems, between the methotrexate and the steroids, with your hair falling out? The woman I mentioned told me she's on some mega-folic acid, and her hair is still very thin. The vain part of me fears that. My hair is long (past my waist) and thin as it is. I keep telling myself I don't want chemicals in my body, but if I were to be rigorously honest, the vanity issue is a large part of my reluctance.

Peace & Love,
Sugah