John, or anyone who needs to know. I have RA and was taking methatrexate, my doc has since put me on enbril and told me I could wean myself off of the meth. Which I am only too happy to do. In the last month I have not been sick at all even when my family gets sick....new to me. The last year was the worse health wise I have ever been. I was also diagnosed with fibromyalsia (sp) I take flexeril and tramadol for that. Who ever said their doc gave them tylanol because they were still fat...needs to find a new doctor. Well duh yes we are fat that is why we are going through the process of a life changing operation. It's a no win situation to just let it go....your fat so you need to work out but you can't work out because your in pain constantly. Wow enough said.

Hi Nut, I have been taking Neurotin for the last 2 years, now on 1600 mg per day. Was on 2400 mg per day. It does have side effects, like I have a small balance problem, very small. And forgetfulness sometimes, but that may be age too, I am almost 55. But it really does the trick. I am 18 days post op from a LAP RNY here in Houston. I am now taking Neurontin in elixar (liquid) and it tastes awful, but still works. My problem is my feet. They burn and cramp and the 4th & 5th lumbar in my back are pressing against my ciatica nerve and the pain goes to my feet. I had some steroid injections in my spine last year, but i put on 30 extra pounds with that, so no more ever!!! But the neurontin is the drug of choice so far. That new one that one of your responses spoke about, I may speak to my pain management doctor about. I also have restless legs (shake 20 times per hour) and the doctor that I have for that did not prescribe for that, saying that with the weightloss, it should go away. They found out in a sleep study. I hope this information helps. Dru

Has anyone heard of Hulda Clark- she says arthritis, both osteo and rheumatoid, are both mainly caused by parasites in the joints. I can see a correlation between that, and when my daughter got sick with rheumatoid arthritis, due to the conditions at the time. Will let y'all know about what happens... we gonna some parasites I hope!

John, You didn't say what kind of Arthritis you have.....I have a form of RA and I take Enbrel...Its an injectable drug and it has made a tremendous difference in my condition. I was wheelchair bound and now I don't even use a cane or walker. I also use cyclosporine and methotrexate....They require a lot of monitoring. I get blood work every six weeks, but I am used to it. I take Ultram or Tramadol for pain only at night now..... Good luck, Kelly

I suffer from knee pain as well, so here's a few suggestions. The BEST ointment I've found is "BIO-FREEZE"! NOTHING compares to BIO-FREEZE! I also take naproxen or celebrex.......BUT ALWAYS....ALWAYS I take a Previcid WITH it! Previcid will coat the stomach. Previcid, Nexium and even over-the-counter Prilosec are good for acid reflux and ulcers. My ulcer healed taking Prilosec. This is ONLY my experience! I hope this helps you and you heal soon! Good Luck! Jl