Hi there, I am new here. I have been suffering with arthritis for over 10 years. Firstly in my hips following pelvic damage in my early twenties and then both my hands (fingers mainly) and also my right knee for a couple of years. I get a lot of pain from it in all areas. I have mobility problems and my hands are pretty…
Hi everyone, I'm 55 and after increasing back pain over the last year, I've recently been diagnosed with cervical spondylosis/osteoarthritis. Just trying to learn how to manage and cope with it as it's become increasingly debilitating. Sometimes standing or walking for just ten or fifteen minutes can cause incredible pain.…
Promising Research: Developing Immune Tolerance to self-antigens in tackling autoimmune disease Jasmin Fox-Skelly is a freelance science journalist based in Cardiff, UK -excerpt New Scientist March 2025 Rather than inhibiting or killing immune cells, (immune suppression) these aim to boost immune tolerance. Pere…
you make it yourself from kernels, no oil. My AI search results… Popcorn, especially when air-popped and unseasoned, can be a part of an anti-inflammatory diet. It's a whole grain, rich in fiber and antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation. However, commercially prepared microwave popcorn may contain ingredients…
I am new! I am 69 female and previously strong and quite active. Last November I had awful pain in my right hip. I self-diagnosed bursitis (I know - but it's hard to see a doc these days) Doctor was happy to prescribe Naproxen and codeine without seeing me. By January the pain was no better so I asked to see the Doc. I was…
i feel a bit disappointed. I had a review with consultant the other week. Despite my inflamation markers being in the normal levels and my mobility much improved, my methotrexate dose is being increased. I had gone along full of hope and expectation that because my blood tests are so good. it would be lowered or even…
Hi there, Wanted to share my story of how I am here.Recently diagnosed with OA by rrheumatologist after being diagnosed with polymyalgia by my GP only diagnosed via blood & a reply from rheumatology dept. Was told i needed steroids for polymyalgia. I insisted on an appointment to be referred to the rheumatology To have a…
Hi, my name is Liz, and this is my first discussion. I have had arthritis in my shoulder for about 3 years now. I have had 3 injections over that time which were very helpful. I have now been told that I cannot have any more. They sent off a referral for me about 17 weeks ago for which I have had confirmation. I am finding…
I’m in the process of being diagnosed for RA. I started in October last year and my GP referred me to the local rheumatologist. I’ve had X-rays, blood tests and a CT scan and am waiting to hear what medication I will be on. I’m looking forward to getting advice and support from fellow sufferers Thank you
Hi, my name is Miles, and I have had Fibromyalgia since 2014. My wrists, knees, fingers and elbows since Nov 2024 have been getting worse pain and fingers going out of shape with lumps at the joints in the fingers. I thought it was RA but I was diagnosed with Osteoarthritis yesterday. The pain is gradually getting worse.…
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