rumble I would say that your cold and hot flashes are due to an infection. Sounds like you've got some nasty gook in there. Were you sick and the infection came from a cold or flu? Definately go to the doctor and I don't know what anti-b's were NOT suppose to take....hmmmmmm. I'm on mtx too and don't have a clue as to that. I don't think MTX lessens the signs of infection; pred does do though.

That's my take!

You and Wendy feel better!!!

Jewelz