RA and RNY - hi from new member

Hello!  I am just beginning on this journey and am 2-6 months pre-op.  I have RA (since 1992) and am on remicade, methotrexate, naprosyn and plaquenil. My surgeon has been intentional about working with my rheumatologist, so I feel secure about that.  They are recommending a switch from naprosyn to celebrex or some other anti-inflammatory.  Also, I can't have anymore remicade until I've had and healed from surgery - I just had my last infusion two weeks ago.   Am interested in anyone else's experiences like this... I am lucky to be relatively pain free now.  I am bracing myself for flareups as the meds get adjusted.

Hi Newbie,

I am new to this board as well but I wanted to say Hi and hope your journey goes well.

Maxine