Recently started taking Amlodipine for blood pressure and have had an arthritic flare up in both hands and wrists , very swollen and painful ! Has anyone else had this problem ? I know that it causes swollen ankles .
I've read a couple of older posts here on the subject of the kennel cough vaccine and the immunosuppressed but thought I'd just give my recent experience. I took my dog Finn to the vet yesterday for his annual vaccinations. I'd previously never thought of any issues with me being immunocompromised and his vaccinations.…
Hi. I am a 48yr old female considering a knee replacement after recommendation from my consultant. I would like to hear from other people please of a similar age and how their lives are after their operation. I have exhausted all pain relief options and surgery is all that is left.
Hi everyone my name is Angela and I have had osteoarthritis since my late 20's. I had a cartilage transplant and femoral osteotomy aged 38 years. At the age of 51 I now have severe arthritis of both my shoulders and currently having corticosteroid injections until I can face a shoulder replacement 😕. I also have severe…
Hello. I’m a 68 year old female and feel like I’m being taken over by arthritis! Years ago I had issues with my right knee for which I had an arthroscopy and a scrape and that seemed to help. It’s just stiff now but on the whole I can live with that. Over the years I’ve had various joint issues and have been told I have it…
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I have severe hip arthritis and have to use a wheelchair outside. I have been refused surgery because my BMI is 41. How do I lose weight when I can barely move! Am desperate for help,
Hey beautiful people I have degenerative cervical arthritis in my c2,c3 c4 and c5. I am grateful 🙏 to be part of this group. How do you guys deal with the pain, tiredness and immobility? Have a wonderful day 😊
I have osteoarthritis and one knee is bone on bone and when I straighten it, it crunches then gives way and make me Jult and feel sick, although I am still active in sport as don't tend to straighten my leg much while playing I'm reluctant to give up yet and consultant won't do a knee replacement till I'm not able to play.…
Hi, I'm a newbie to the community. I've been diagnosed with RA for about 5 years. Progressively getting worse despite various medication. I've had one dose of adalimumab and promptly acquired multiple clots in my left leg! Feeling very sorry for myself! The wonder medication hasn't worked, but left me in alot of pain and…
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