Hi all,
My RA doctor suggested reducing the mtx by half. From 20 mgs, down to 10 mgs. I'll have to wait until next week and after though to see the results as I just took 20 mgs this morning. If that doesn't work we'll see. Ear/nose/throat doctor? Dang I'm up to my 'ears' with doctors! Went to the Dermatologist today, spots on top of my ear, arms and shoulder. And the GP yesterday!!
enough doctors!, Lynda
Hi Lynda,
I sure hope that reducing the methotrexate lessens the ringing in your ears, as I know how frustrating and bothersome ear 'noise' is. If you don't see any difference in a month or so, you might consider looking towards the Remicade, as you're on a pretty significant dose.
I am now officially off Remicade, as my RD and I finally figured out that's what has been causing the tinnitus for the past year. I'm really kind of bummed about going off the Remicade, as that was really the only biologic that worked for me.
I'm starting Orencia next week, along with Minocycline. Since I haven't had much luck with any of the biologics, I'm really interested in at least trying antibiotic therapy. My RD is willing to work with me on it, but he wants me to do it in conjunction with biologic therapy until we gain better control of the disease.
Anyway, good luck with your decrease in mtx!
Gale
Hi, I didn't notice this when I began the Remicade, but the doctor has been told and I hope he has a good answer. After taking the mtx it started up real loud. I may have had it before,but was dealing with so much the ringing seemed a small problem?! I have had it before and never taken Remicade. I do hope it isn't so.....Lynda