PsO & PsA

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   CathyD Moderator

   <p><inline-mention username="Dewi" user-id="4247461"/>, I&#39;m sorry to read that methotrexate is not working for you 😥 Do you know how much longer you&#39;ll have to wait to get on one of the biologics? You have been dealing with this for such a long time already. I truly hope that you can get some relief in the very near future. Please keep us updated on how you&#39;re doing if you can. Best wishes, -Catherine, Community Moderator </p>

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   Dewi

   <p>Thx Cathy, I have an appointment with ‘my’ rheumatologist on Nov 4th, at this point I’m quietly confident of commencing a Biologic regime.</p>

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      CathyD Moderator

      <p><inline-mention username="Dewi" user-id="4247461"/>, I&#39;m so glad to hear that you have an appointment coming up next week. I hope all goes okay with that. You will be in my thoughts on the 4th! I keep meaning to say that I tried the Lipikar Baume that you mentioned in one of the forum discussions - it&#39;s so soothing and has a great texture. Really appreciate the recommendation! -Catherine, Community Moderator </p>

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   Dewi

   <p>Hi Cathy, a promised update:<br/>The Rheumatologist has put me on monthly injections of Golimumab (Simponi) [TNF] so far neither the Methotrexate or TNF drug have eased either the PsA or PsO, the latter has &#39;taken hold&#39; in my urethra, equivalent to a permanent UTI. Taking Ural (sachets) alkaline based drinks every 3-4 hours, no protein (changes the urine pH) &amp; very careful diet management. <br/>See the Rheumatologist beginning of March, switch to an IL management drug.<br/>If anyone out there has &#39;experience&#39; with managing PsO in the urethra please get in touch.<br/><br/></p>

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      CathyD Moderator

      <p>Hi <inline-mention username="Dewi" user-id="4247461"/>, it&#39;s nice to hear from you again! Thanks so much for the update. I&#39;m so sorry to read that you&#39;re still suffering. I can&#39;t even begin to imagine the pain and discomfort of psoriasis in the urethra. I wish I knew of something that might help. I&#39;m hoping someone else here may have some suggestions. I&#39;m glad you have a plan with your rheumatologist for March - hopefully a change in medication will bring you some much-deserved relief. Please feel welcome here anytime you need to vent. We&#39;re all here for you. Warmest wishes, -Catherine, Community Modera </p>

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