Hello everyone. I am 40 years old and have had RA since the age of 11. I have had many joint replacements and have tried a variety of medications/treatments. Since my RA doctor was leaving and I needed to find a new Rheumatologist, I went to the biggest hospital/university near me, Brighams Women s Hospital in MA and saw a doctor who was very distinguished and have been treating patients forever. After a discussion/physical exam/and xrays of my feet and hands he later calls me and says he has spoken to my regular rheumy, and he agreed, that I don t have RA and I need to get off the heavy duty meds and treat for flares as they occur. He said that I was now dealing with osteo-arthritis and damage from having RA for so long. I saw another doctor soon after and he was not so sure and kept me on methotrexate, but took me off of Orencia (sp?). I am so confused and have been for along time! Not sure what to do?