Re: Update

Stuart wrote <snip>.
"
pq wrote
> Welcome, sorry you have to have RA but hey, you are not alone.
>
> Firstly can I say [with the odd exception of posts from dr doc etc [an
> online rheumatologist] that no one here is either a doctor or
> rheumatologist, so whilst we offer advice and opinion, your junior
> doctor was right, as in "go with what they say to do for you" Having
> said that, Doctors should not be affraid of what we do, in general, do
> not accept one that dismisses the internet and calls you a
> cybercondriac! You have a right to find out about the condition that
> afflicts you and I'm glad to see your RD [rheumatologist] seemed to
> accept that. Working together as a team, patient and doctors is the
> best way forward.
>
> Without fully knowing the blood tests you had, it's hard to pass
> comment on them, but again be aware even your GP should beable to
> explain them to you if asked and importantly, tell you the normal
> range for each test. Once you know that, you know yourself, how far
> from the normal range or within it you are. Be aware that in the UK
> that range changes at each path lab [as the machines are calibrated]
> so maybe talk it over with your GP in slow time.
>
> There is also a newsgroup called uk.people.support.arthritis if you
> want to call by or have any UK type questions about RA.
>
> Your RD was right about the anti TNFs and NICE, you can read the full
> speal on the nice website, but if you just want a shortish history
> lesson try http://www.nicecampaign.org.uk/ to get the gist of what
> happened.

That is really interesting, I will definately be taking this up with the RD
next time. This is just the sort of thing i am looking for.
Thanks,
Stuart


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