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deepthinker419 March 23rd, 2015

Hello all. Was wondering if anyone has myasthenia gravis or other autoimmune disease or disorders. Do you use immune suppressants

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arthritisfighter March 23rd, 2015

I have Arthritis and I was on metrotrexate which surpressedmy immune system. Anything I could maybe help with?

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deepthinker419 OP March 23rd, 2015

Thanks for responding. Does the medication help with flare ups. I have arthritis as well going to get a nerve block this Wednesday

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arthritisfighter March 23rd, 2015

I was on methrotrextate for many years and came off it 8 months ago as I want to start a family. When I was on methotrexate it did help with my arthritis and reduced my flare ups.

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deepthinker419 OP March 24th, 2015

Thanks

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arthritisfighter March 30th, 2015

Methotrexate did help and reduce the flare ups with a combination of meds. I hope you find something that works :)

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