There was a time when I saw one of the "top" rheumatologists in the US.  His
attitude, however, was, "just trust me, I'm the doctor" and "don't worry
about your pain, your labwork says your disease isn't active."  I finally
dumped him, which was difficult as he'd been my dad's RD, respected and
adored by my dad, for almost 20 years at the time.  Long story about how I
choose the new one, but he picked up on some stuff that helped me on the very
first visit.  No national rep but he was a much better doctor for me
personally - until he retired.  It's important to find the best
doctor-patient fit for YOU, personally.

As for the sazo, I see that is a brand name for sulfasalazine.  Side effects
from this med aren't uncommon - one place to read more about it is
http://www.rheumatology.org/public/factsheets/sulfasalazine.asp  I actually
had one that isn't listed, my ears rang annoyingly when I was on it.

You need to find an RD who will pay more attention to how YOU, personally,
are doing on a medication.  The side effects you suffer are a part of your
overall health and must be considered.  My RD always discusses any side
efects I'm having and asks for my input on whether to stay with a med or
change it if I'm having problems from it.  You need a doctor like that - one
that treats you with full concern for *you*.

The easy thing to do is ask family doctor to get intouch with your RD about
it.   Stop taking the sulfasalizine and ask your RD for something else.
The next step is to get another RD with a transfer of all documented
information.
Harv