Treating My Condition Without a Doctor?

Eliminating dairy has helped me manage my symptoms almost as much as any treatment. I do take Plaquenil and my symptoms have stabilized with it. I find the pain meds available (NSAIDs, Celebrex, etc) cause more problems than they solve for. Curcumin, vit D, glucosamine, Plaquenil - no dairy - my current combination.

Hi. I went to rheumatologists first, heard their opinion and approach, learned about what the illness is all about then sought alternative treatment. I personally don't go to regular check ups. I drastically changed my lifestyle starting with nutrition and anything else that goes in our around my body.