rheumatoid arthritis
"I have had RA for nine years that was managed well with Plaquenil for eight and it stopped working.  I tried Enbrel with Methotrexate and Prednisone for nine months.  Vectra-DA test showed high RA disease activity with Interleukin 6 protein as main culprit.  Discontinued Enbrel and began Actemra self injections.  Two days after sixth dose, I woke nearly pain free.  It has continued to improve the last several weeks, as well as reduced stiffness and fatigue.  Only side effect has been an occasional mild headache.  For me, the Vectra test and Actemra have been game changers in the management and treatment of my disease.  I could not be more pleased."