Hi everyone hope you are all well. I was recently diagnosed just before my 50th Birthday. I. Was absolutely devastated as I had much more I want to do. I’m still trying to work through the daily pain and my mental health has taken a nose dive as I worry about how long I can work for and what the future holds. Glad I have…
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.…
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