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I worry for my fiance because she has reumatoid arthritis, which is very rare for someone her age. Well anyways the medicine they put her on always makes her feel horrible so she doesn't take it and deals with the pain. I'm just worried about the long term effects. I've talked to her about not taking it but she avoids the question. She's sick of seeing doctors so she won't get a second opinion on medicine. How can I help her?
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Hi, im 37, female and I also have rheumatoid arthritis. Yes, its very painful, especially in the mornings. I am also afraid that I won't be able to bear children because of this illness, and the medicines will also not allow pregnancy. You have to understand the pain, and the disease to be able to empathize. I take alternative medication but I also just deal with the pain. If I had a boyfriend, I would really appreciate his understanding and patience with me.
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You have to remain supportive for her during this time, I'm sure this is harder for her than it is for you. She needs to know you're there for her, and that you love her no matter what. Eventually, the pain will subside and she will find a medication that is right for her. Until then, love and prayers are just about all you can offer her. Don't lose patience.. it will get easier.
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Perhaps you could speak to your fiance about pursuing alternative healthcare options. There are wonderful holistic chiropractors, osteopaths and naturopathic physicians who realize that medicating an ailment is not always the only or best option.
You mention that you live far away from her. I suggest going on-line and researching some alternative healthcare providers in her area and maybe even contacting them to ask about their credentials, their ability to work on her condition and information on their success stories. If you do the leg work and provide her with options of people who can help her, she might be willing to give it a shot.
Living in constant pain is most certainly making your fiance's life miserable and I'm sure that she will love you for any assistance that you try to provide. However, remember that ultimately, her health is her business and she has the final decision about what treatments she pursues. You can be proactive about educating yourself on her condition and even provide her with information about treatment options, but always respect that it is her body and try to be patient and understanding even if she doesn't respond to your suggestions in the way you expect her to. Best of luck to you and your loved one.
Kind wishes,
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all you need to do is just support her....just make sure she knows that you love her
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I would check out thier website..and see if some other things can help her. She has to get a second opinion from another doctor....each meds is different...so find the website..and start on some alternative options for her. Good Luck
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convince her to c another doctor...u mite think im crazi cas im 13 but reli my grandma almost stoped taking her medacine for it and it would ahve caused long term damage! another opinon mite help...!!!!
briana
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This must be a tough time for you, but she'll need the medicine to make her feel better. In addition to that, maybe your loved one could possibly take Bikram Yoga? I answered a question similar to this a long time ago, but Bikram Yoga calms arthritis, as well as it reduces blood pressure, speeds up your metabolism, heals pain and tones you up! How great is that? I even looked up a few websites on it: [Link](Mouse over link to see full location)
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On the last website you can locate Bikram Yoga schools near your fiance's home. And remember to always be there to support her. She really cares about you and she'll really appreciate this later on in life :) Good luck in all you do :)
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bring her 2 the doctor, duh!
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