hi, I haven’t been on here for quite a long time. I had 2 hip replacements several years ago, spinal surgery, but recovered quite well and found ways to cope, most of the time. I’ve known I have issues with my neck for a while, but just found out it’s severe , which explains a lot of symptoms I have. Really don’t want…
After going back and to for several years, I've recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the knee following x-ray and blood test referral from the GP "just a wear and tear disease" was how the GP described it to me which I'm not too happy about having read more information on this website. I've been waiting for a…
Hi folks, I'm currently 7 weeks post op on my left thumb and am recovering as expected . However, I have swelling and pain in my wrist on the opposite side, ie below my little finger and more problematic, I have an intermittent ache and throbbing along the length of my arm. Has anyone else any experience of this? Is it…
Hello all, Pre arthritis I loved to run and now it is painful. Any tips on footwear, supports etc to overcome this so I can run again? Thank you, Steph
I would like to sing the praises of the “ Grabber” tool as who ever invented this deserves a medal!! I have found that having one in the bathroom , bedroom and kitchen has been incredibly helpful!! II would definitely try and have more than one of these marvellous tools!!
Dear Community, I recently had a hip replacement, now 6 weeks in and using one crutch on my left side. For the past week I have been waking up in the morning with discomfort and a deep dull ache in my left chest area, actually feeling like it is under my left breast, in my heart region which I have found worrying. It only…
I was diagnosed with RA 3 years ago and given prednisone and hydroxychloroquineThis.helped the pain and inflammation, but I then had 2 hip replacement surgery and was prescribed methotrexate which I have taken for 2 1/2 years. I begged for an alternative treatment and was told I must keep taking methotrexate. I considered…
I have only been on methotrexate 15mg a few days and have noticed that my mood is all over the place. I don't know if it is the methotrexate or just the build up of stress with pain, fatigue and getting diagnosed and eventually starting treatment. I'm prepared to wait it out if it proves worth it though. I have psoriatic…
hi, I'm new to RA and I'm on Methotrexate. I've woken with a sore throat, cough and cold and not sure what I can take. Any advice welcome.
I have been prescribed Hydroxychloroquinine , on reading the side effects I feel worried Is anyone else taking this medication ? I wanted I guess to hear some positives
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