hi chris..
have you ever tried vioxx? ask your doctor if you can try vioxx while you are waiting for insurance approval. (it takes a long time to get approved.) vioxx may be all you need to control the sacroiliac and spinal pain. it's the only anti-inflammatory that has worked most effectively for me to control stiffness and pain. it comes in doses of 12.5 mg, 25 mg and 50 mg. (i take 50 mg/once a day)
i'm also been on remicade for a couple of years now. and it works like a dream. so i think it's a good idea your doctor is looking at it. you will get tested for tb and other infections before you are allowed on it so they take do precautions. i haven't had any infection problems with remicade.
please talk with your doctor about your concerns. i'm sure he or she will welcome your thoughts.
leslie
