HI i have just been diagnosed with OA and been prescribed parcetamol with ibruphen gel for my left knee. I know its early days but I'm struggling to get around. I cant take ibruphen tablets because I have a heart problem. Can anyone suggest any other medication please
Hi everyone I've been here a while now, reading all of your lovely THR diaries and so very grateful you've all taken the time, they've helped me a lot. I'm at step 2 of my THR journey having just had my pre op appointment last week and I've still got so many questions, I'm hoping you'd be good enough to help. As an…
Hi Community - I have been on Imraldi for 2.5 years now (PSA) and it’s changed my life. Today I received a letter from the NHS stating they are moving everyone to a BioSimilar (Yuflyma) - assuming due to cost. I am going to contact my consultant but wondered if anyone has any experience of changing from one to another? I’m…
Hi, I'd like to hear other people's experience - I don't have a feeling about whether I'm doing ok or not and not seeing anyone 'till the end of the month. I'm doing all the exercises ok. I'm walking without crutches in the house, one crutch outside. Pain is manageable. I do feel I lack stamina. Just made some hummus and…
I've just started feeling the first twinges of Shingles. I've had it twice before, but both times were before I started Methotrexate. I've spoken to a GP, and am going to be starting on Aciclovir asap. Obviously I'll be skipping my mtx until told otherwise. Luckily, I already have next week off work (OU exam, so doing that…
hi, I’m 36 with 3 young kids and my dr has recently started me on leflunomide along side methotrexate and hydroxychlorquin. I’m a little worried about the side effects, I’m already on anti sickness for constant nausea, I suffer migraines before and these meds have only made them worse and I also suffer with hair loss. I…
I’ve had RA for 2 years now and generally fairly level. Having a big flare right now and feeling pretty low. Not really sleeping. I’m back to work tomorrow after taking a week off sick and not sure how I’m going to handle it, but feel so guilty taking more time off. Ive just been told by RA department to take pain relief…
hello Has anyone tried Activ8 Joint Complete? it all sounds good in the video, but does it work? and is it safe?
I have osteoarthritis in my knees (one worse than the other) and although I am working my friend has suggested that I may be able to get some help by putting in a claim for PIP. Does anybody have any experience of claiming for PIP for my condition? Is it possible firstly or would I be wasting my time?
Finally had a knee replacement on 17th Sept. Swelling and pain was huge and I was put on 20ml of morphine with paracetamol. The pain was intense but I was still made to climb a set of stairs despite crying out with every step. I was discharged and had to stay with sister as I was crying out in pain. The swelling got worse…
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