I have recently been prescribed Sulfasalazine and have been on it for 6 weeks now, I’ve been told it can take a few months to work! I was wondering what experience others taking this have had and if it worked. Currently I’m still having chronic pain in my hands and feet particularly my right foot which has become very…
I’ve recently been told I have osteoarthritis in my left big toe and in my hands. I have been told I have degenerative conditions in my right knee and to be so much more careful with my activity. many advice would be greatly appreciated. Any information regarding supplements etc … anything that may help. Thank you.
Hello, I'm new here and I'm hoping to find some advice about using crutches or other mobility aids. I've been having problems with my back now for 19 years but the last 7 years have been the worst and I was finally given an xray and a diagnosis 2 years ago. I have really struggled to get doctors to listen to me. In the…
Morning everyone how are you all feeling this morning, I've just been diagnosed with advanced cervical spondylosis and in my spine too, I find mornings are most difficult for me , I feel for u all ... I work as a community carer and although I have cut my hours down ,I am still struggling with neck pain and stiffness plus…
Hi, Wanted to drop a message to introduce myself and connect out with the community. I was given a formal diagnosis of AS 15years ago following several years of back and forth with Dr's, and taking strong opioid painkillers and NSAIDS. Eventually, after 2years walking with crutches, I tested positive for HLAB-27 and other…
Hi everyone 🙋🏼♀️ I’m new to the forum and have been reading through the threads already which are all very informative and helpful. I have recently been diagnosed with Psoriatic arthritis and advised to start methotrexate asap! I’m very nervous and anxious about it and just wondered if anyone here is not taking any…
Hi 👋 I was diagnosed a couple of months ago and put on meloxicam. It’s helping with the pain but I am so wiped out all the time. my question is can I expect to be fatigue free again or is it just something I have to live with? Thanks
Hi Aĺl I've just been told I have osteoarthritis in my lower spine, both hips as well as in my neck in four vertebrae Had an operation to remove my trapezium bone in left hand in 2022 also I've been referred to Msk again for recent diagnosis and awaiting the phone appointment on Tuesday Been offered amatryptaline at night…
Hi, Finally, it's my turn. I've found that reading the experiences of others have helped me more than anything. I was tired of Social Media overachievers and private clinics trying to get customers. I've found here the experience from real people with their fears, pains, struggles and lack of sleeping. That's why I'm…
Hi everyone, this is my first txt to this group. I would like to know what pain relief people find helpful, as I have tried various over a number of years I find it unbelievable in this day and age that I cannot find a medication to help me cope with oesteo arthritis . I have recently tried MST but my dose seems to be…
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