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Rheumatoid Arthritis & remission during pregnancy

KPatrick24KPatrick24
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Is there anyone who suffers from RA that went into remission during their pregnancy? And if so, when? I am currently 16w1d and still praying there's a chance of remission. Despite my best efforts, I had to go back on prednisone at 12 weeks due to a bad flare up. I am down to only 2.5 mg right now. I am still in pain but it is bearable enough to where I can function and there isn't stress on the baby.

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  • bumpuser8448316bumpuser8448316 member

    I was doing great until about 22 weeks. I finally decided there was no reason to suffer and started on prednisone. We've played around with the dose and I'm doing good on 10mg a day. 

    I was on Enbrel prior to getting pregnant and my rheum sa


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  • salsa_wifeysalsa_wifey member
    I know this is a late reply but I too have RA and was in remission for both of my pregnancies. It started pretty early on (if not the beginning) and lasted until a couple weeks after birth. Be prepared for a big flare up after they are born. It was blissful having it in remission but when it comes back, it kicks your butt.

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  • Gecilee82Gecilee82 member
    I have lupus, not RA but been in remission.
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  • JAM85JAM85 member
    I have lupus as well but was in remission before I conceived however I have definitely heard that it is better to take you meds
    And control the autoimmune disease than not as it is a higher risk for the baby and you. But I hope you find some remission relief as well!
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