Questions to ask your rheumatoid arthritis doctor:
What's the goal of my treatment?
Should I take methotrexate or other disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs?
Do I need other drugs to help my symptoms right now?
Could these drugs cause problems with any other medications, vitamins, or supplements I use?
What will happen if I don't take my rheumatoid arthritis meds?
What side effects should I watch out for?
Do you advise using any nondrug treatments?
Could a physical therapist or an occupational therapist help me?
Can you tell if my joints have been damaged?
Can you tell how quickly the disease is progressing?
Aside from my joints, how else could rheumatoid arthritis affect my health?
What will help with my fatigue?
Can you suggest any support groups in the area?
Will I be able to continue working?