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Wed-13-04-2016, 13:03 PM
Hello Shane 
to Psoriasis Club.
Thank you for the kind words about Psoriasis Club it's nice to get feedback form our new members.
Now, Methotrexate. As you have seen you are going to get mixed reactions to your questions, and you have to remember they are peoples personal opinions. And like Dave said "what works for one may not work for others" Me I hate the stuff and it should no longer be used for psoriasis, I recently had to give it another go as a last resort. They said injections are not as bad as pills. As usual it was utter rubbish and it didn't take me long to remember why I called it Poison and threw the rest away.
I do have respect for BAD but all dermatologists will tell you to go there it is after all "The British Association of Dermatologists" and we all know that dermatologists have to follow a protocol when it comes to treating patients with psoriasis and that protocol includes an oral treatment such as Methotrexate.
Yes you can, but very small amounts and some dermatologist say no alcohol. If you like a drink or are thinking of having a few whilst on holiday then Don't use methotrexate.
You can get it out of your system, but do remember that methotrexate is used to induce abortions.
I would say the majority are negative, some are ok with it but the one thing we all agree on is there is no one suits all when it comes to treating psoriasis.
Don't worry about asking questions that's why we are all here. And you won't get vague answers from people using the treatments and living with psoriasis. If you feel your doctor is being vague then I would ask for another one, a good dermatologist is worth their weight in gold and they will work with you and listen to you questions. (They're out there, but sometimes you have to dig them out. Maybe ask others in the waiting room who they are under, you may get some honest opinions.)
As for finding you way around, as a member you can use the Search Facility. Using The Search Facility
Failing that just shout out somewhere and you will soon get found.
Regards.
Fred.
to Psoriasis Club.(Wed-13-04-2016, 07:49 AM)ShaneM Wrote: I am actually very happy to have found this website, reading through many posts (being the huge researcher that I am), it seems a comforting place when psoriasis can be quite a physiological condition.
Thank you for the kind words about Psoriasis Club it's nice to get feedback form our new members.
Now, Methotrexate. As you have seen you are going to get mixed reactions to your questions, and you have to remember they are peoples personal opinions. And like Dave said "what works for one may not work for others" Me I hate the stuff and it should no longer be used for psoriasis, I recently had to give it another go as a last resort. They said injections are not as bad as pills. As usual it was utter rubbish and it didn't take me long to remember why I called it Poison and threw the rest away.
(Wed-13-04-2016, 07:49 AM)ShaneM Wrote: He then told me to google "BAD psoriasis methotrexate" and click on the first link. I am going back to him on May 4th, for blood tests and to start treatment. However, after reading on different websites including this one, it has made me very wary about MTX and I have more questions than answers I can find, so, I would really appreciate some help and advice.
I do have respect for BAD but all dermatologists will tell you to go there it is after all "The British Association of Dermatologists" and we all know that dermatologists have to follow a protocol when it comes to treating patients with psoriasis and that protocol includes an oral treatment such as Methotrexate.
(Wed-13-04-2016, 07:49 AM)ShaneM Wrote: The doctor told me I can drink small amounts of alcohol only. Is this because of it affecting the liver, or low tolerance levels or both?
Yes you can, but very small amounts and some dermatologist say no alcohol. If you like a drink or are thinking of having a few whilst on holiday then Don't use methotrexate.
(Wed-13-04-2016, 07:49 AM)ShaneM Wrote: Due to being 27, kids are a future thought, what affect have people had stopping after a decent period of time on MTX?
You can get it out of your system, but do remember that methotrexate is used to induce abortions.
(Wed-13-04-2016, 07:49 AM)ShaneM Wrote: I seem to have found more negative stories than good. Can anyone actually recommend MTX or should I push for something else?
I would say the majority are negative, some are ok with it but the one thing we all agree on is there is no one suits all when it comes to treating psoriasis.
(Wed-13-04-2016, 07:49 AM)ShaneM Wrote: I'm sorry for all the questions, my doctor was very vague! I am also working my way through the site for answers.
Don't worry about asking questions that's why we are all here. And you won't get vague answers from people using the treatments and living with psoriasis. If you feel your doctor is being vague then I would ask for another one, a good dermatologist is worth their weight in gold and they will work with you and listen to you questions. (They're out there, but sometimes you have to dig them out. Maybe ask others in the waiting room who they are under, you may get some honest opinions.)
As for finding you way around, as a member you can use the Search Facility. Using The Search Facility
Failing that just shout out somewhere and you will soon get found.
Regards.
Fred.
