Question:
Has anyone with Rheumatoid Arthritis had the surgery or been exempt because of it.

If so how do you deal with the assosciated medications ie. Methotrexate, prednisone ets.    — Renate H. (posted on March 27, 2001)

October 8, 2002
Yes, I have had R.A. for about 9 months when I had open rny wls. I had to stop my Methatrexate 2 weeks prior and month after. however I was able to continue my Prednisone before DURING and after surgery thank god, because that is what kept the pain away. I was back at work after 2 weeks, with open rny. I feel I have done well, it has now been 4 weeks and all is well, good luck.
   — Blueeyes D.