😕 Newly diagnosed with Hip Osteoarthritus, very disappointed as only in my 40's and love the outdoors, hiking etc. Looking for tips on how to slow down the progression through diet and excercise? Does glucosamine/Chroiditin/Collagen work?
I have been used to getting 3 months of MTX, folic acid and hydroxychloroquine from the hospital. I was only diagnosed 6 months ago with RA. At my last review appointment the pharmacist suggested a shared care agreement so my gp could prescribe. I have just got my first prescription from the chemist to find the gp only…
I have osteoarthritis throughout my joint buy especially my knees. I'm unable to take medication for it so looking for any alternative people can recommend. Thanks
hello I’m Anne. I have oa in both hips much worse on the left. GP says it’s mild but my pain isn’t. i might have posted once before but I can’t really remember
Hello, I am just wondering if any of you tried or came across PRP injections for OA knees in the early stages to relieve the pain. I see the ads everywhere. Aside from the high cost; Do you think it is worth a shot? I will inquire about the topic in my next appointment with the Orthopedic. HOWEVER, was hoping for honest…
Hi I’ve been diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis for about 5 years. Now on Imraldi biosimilar for about 20 months. Great results until a couple of months ago. Actually developed psoriasis! Thought it was supposed to fix that? Also winter 🥶 bringing on stiff joints again, eye inflammation and low mood. Anyone out there…
Hi all, I was recently diagnosed with early knees osteoarthritis. I am a 36 old teacher and a mother of 2 kids. The pain can be managed with painkillers so far, yet I can't deal with the fact that I will always be in pain. The fact that it will worsen over time is killing me. I am a person who enjoys deep cleaning,…
HI This is my first post on here - nice to meet you all. I already have a diagnosis of osteoarthritis in my knees, greater trochanteric pain syndrome (bursitis in both hips), fibromyalgia, functional neurological disorder and rosacea. Tomorrow I have another appointment with rheumatology because I have started to develop…
Hi I need advice please . I have Osteoarthritis in both knees both feet and both ankles & synovitis in both hands . I started biological injections adalimumab in October ( I've had 5 injections now) On Monday evening last week I started with terrible pains in my legs I could barely walk I just presumed it was the arthritis…
I mostly feel that the osteoarthritis I have in my lower spine is now manageable. I do ballet, stretch class and tap. I walk my dog daily and work in an office 3 days a week. I rarely take painkillers during the day as my pain is manageable. I need them at night so that I can sleep. Recently I was having a lot of pain in…
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