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What Does Pain In The Hands And Feet Indicate?

I am 70 years old, have RA and about two weeks ago I started having pain in my joints, hands, wrists, fingers, feet toes, ankle. I have been on methotrexate for 24 years and have been doing great. It s like the medicine quit working and I m in a lot of pain. I have an appointment with my dr today. I m wondering about Lyme disease or G Barre syndrome. The
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of worsening of underlying RA is more likely.
No need to worry for Lyme disease or GB (Gillian Barre syndrome).
You might have developed resistance to methotrexate which you are usually Since 24 years.
You are may need newer RA drugs like sulfasalazine, tofacitinob etc.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Does Pain In The Hands And Feet Indicate?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of worsening of underlying RA is more likely. No need to worry for Lyme disease or GB (Gillian Barre syndrome). You might have developed resistance to methotrexate which you are usually Since 24 years. You are may need newer RA drugs like sulfasalazine, tofacitinob etc. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.