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I'm On My Second Kytruada Treatment As A Result My Psoriasis And Arthritis Is Out Of Hand Lots Of Pain Can Not Walk Are There Any Suggestio

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Florida City, FL
October 21
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Hi Dennis, Talk with your doctors... Oncology and Rheumatology .... I developed Arthritis as a result of Immunotherapy, I needed to pause while we got it under control. I am taking now taking Methotrexate for arthritis, with good results and I'm restarting my Immunotherapy next week.
Now my oncologist and rheumatologist work together.

Don't suffer with pain you don't need to..... There is a definite cause/effect with immunotherapy and Rheumatoid Arthritis but it's a fairly new finding and some Oncologists may not be aware.
Barb M

November 11
A MyMelanomaTeam Member

Don't feel anyone listens when I went to chemotherapy last Thrusday I was already feeling sick and I told them to look on how bad my legs were didn't seem important to them now I'm twice as bad

October 27
A MyMelanomaTeam Member

I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing such discomfort. Here are some suggestions that might help manage your symptoms:

1. Consult Your Healthcare Provider: It's crucial to discuss your symptoms with your healthcare team. They can adjust your treatment plan or prescribe medications to help manage pain and inflammation.

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I'm sorry to hear you're experiencing such discomfort. Here are some suggestions that might help manage your symptoms:

1. Consult Your Healthcare Provider: It's crucial to discuss your symptoms with your healthcare team. They can adjust your treatment plan or prescribe medications to help manage pain and inflammation.

2. Pain Management: Over-the-counter pain relievers like acetaminophen or NSAIDs (e.g., ibuprofen) might help, but only use them after consulting your doctor.

3. Physical Therapy: A physical therapist can provide exercises to improve mobility and reduce pain.

4. Complementary Therapies: Techniques like acupressure, relaxation exercises, and anti-sickness wristbands might help with overall discomfort.

5. Support Networks: Joining a support group, such as MyMelanomaTeam, can provide emotional support and practical advice from others in similar situations.

Always consult your healthcare provider before trying new treatments or therapies.

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