Thanks for your info.....yes I have been diagnosed with RA (although I do not have the RA positive factor), and as far as I'm concerned you are partially right....the immune system is over-REACTING to an invader, so there are immunity problems, however, I do not think "beefing" up my immune system in the way I am is the problem. The problem is WHAT is causing my immune system to react the way it is....that's what I'm trying to get to the bottom of. Knowing my history.....food allergies, asthma like reactions, colon polyps, etc. over the last 15 years I really do think there might be something to the "leaky gut" problem for me. I'm not one of those who NEEDS an IMMEDIATE FIX just to feel better (although it sure would be nice)...I need a long term solution for my health. Are you a doctor/pharmacist? Just wondering.
I looked at your info on Imuran and did other searches.....I'll bring it up with my doc, but from the possible side effects, it looks like a last resort....I'm still going to pursue other avenues first. Thanks again.
gw