Methotrexate and Micky

[mickyfinn007]

After trying all sorts of treatment, without success, I finally managed to convince my Consultant Dermatologist to do something a bit more extreme.
I had all of my bloods and tests done, and he prescribed me Methotrexate.
I was pre-warned about side effects and given lots of literature to read about how it can effect me, but I had already done my own research on the drug myself.
It was quite a lot to take in, but decided it was worth having a go.
I am generally fit and healthy for a 48yr old guy, and I started on this course a week and a half ago.
I have to take 7.5mg of Methotrexate every Wednesday, and every other day I take 5mg of Folic Acid.
I am now half way through my second week of the course, but as yet I have had no signs of any side effects.
I have also found the the scaling of the skin is not as severe as it would normally be, so this is a bonus.
Because I am so early in the course of treatment, I am having to have blood tests done weekly, and I then return to see my Consultant in 2 weeks.
I will keep you posted on my progress with the Methotrexate as the course of treatment progresses.
I have done research on the drug, so if anyone is not sure, just ask and I will endeavour to help.
Good Luck to all,
Regards Micky.

[Sheila]

I am thankful I read your thread. I am on my way in to see a specialist, and have a thousand things going through my head. Mostly it's thoughts about side effects of the various medications.  I am nervous about my appointment. I am really hesitant about going to my appointment, that is until I read your thread. It really sets me at ease that there may be no serious side effects to Methotrexate. It's my understanding that this is one of the first drugs they prescribe, as it is a much cheaper drug. Anyways, have a great day!

[Fred]

@Wintrman Micky hasn't logged-in for 3 years now so I doubt he will see your message, but if it helps he does have some otherthreads about Methotrexate if you want to follow his journey.

Methotrexate....update No1

Methotrexate....Update No 2

Methotrexate update No 3

And his final one here: Methotrexate update.....

Also if you put Methotrexate in the Search facility you may find some other members threads that could help.

Hope that helps.