Rheumatoid Arthritis
"I am very grateful this site exists and a search for information during my 1st infusion indicated the scratchy throat &amp; ears I was experiencing was reported by other patients.  I called my nurse &amp; was given benadryl/prednisone and the drip was slowed.  The whole infusion from 9AM-4pm resulted in some tiredness the day after but no hand or L hip pain.  I had been off orencia for 10 wks., got a shingles vaccine &amp; was on MTX self-inject.  I had previously been on humira for 10 yrs and developed an itchy chest rash.  I had a false positive test for Lupus &amp; had to discontinue.  
I work full-time as a Speech Pathologist &amp; lead an active lifestyle.  Thanks again fellow posters &amp; your experience reports are vital for patients!"