Originally Posted by
Ruotsi1
I understand and appreciate your input. We have consistently drawn monthly CRP and ESR/sed to focus more on a trend versus a specific result. Typically after a Rituxan infusion my sed rate drops for 2 months, then slowly starts increasing. Dr. villa-Forte in Cleveland recommends continuing using pred at current rate until my sed rate is normal...but I'm not convinced that will happen. Not to mention, how much help is this low amount of pred really contributing. At this point of I am very concerned about my bone health.
I also see add Villa Forte (seeing her Wednesday, in fact). She's a great and caring doctor, and you should feel comfortable about discussing concerns and getting your questions answered.
Have you mentioned your concern about bone health to her? She has always given me the time I need to express concerns and ask questions. Are you taking calcium and vitamin D? Have you had a bone density scan recently?
Hope you get the answers you need to address your concerns!
Pete
dx 1/11
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