Dan,
Because I'm in a study, I'm checked to the extreme. Every two weeks the first month, then once a month for over a year, then every 3 months. So far, my labs have been fine, and I have felt fine. But it wasn't that way for sulfasalazine and methotrexate. Not only were my labs bad, I felt downright awful. But you can't count on everything being ok without being checked. It's probably a good idea to have some blood tests done soon. I'm not sure what to ask for. Maybe someone else would have an idea. Your regular doctor could order them. You don't have long to wait for your rheumy appt, surely he would do labs. Good luck, hope this stuff keeps working for you.
Hugs,
Cindy
Life may not be the party we hoped for, but while we are here we might as well dance.
