Hi all, I was diagnosed around 2 years ago and unfortunately have had a really difficult time at the Doctors and wondered if anyone shared the same issues? When I was given my diagnosis, I was told on the phone by my doctor on a call that lasted around 30 seconds. Following this I was obviously shocked and had lots of…
Hi everyone, I'm 25 and from Scotland, living in London for the past 4 years and have recently been referred to the rheumatologist for suspected psoriatic arthritis. I've had psoriasis since I was very young and since I was a teenager I've has issues with the knuckles on my hands but never any other joint problems. I'm a…
Hi all, I would just like introduce myself and hopefully we can share our experiences and tips with each other. My name is Yael, 31 y old and I live in The Netherlands. Last week I've been diagnosed with reactive arthritis. I had never heard about this illness before. 3 weeks ago I was on a holiday in India and…
Hello Im new to this so I don’t know how it works, but just thought I would come on here and say a little bit about myself My name is Rosie, I was diagnosed with arthritis and uveitis at the age of 1, I am now 20.I would say when I was younger I didn’t struggle with it as much, but as I have got older has made me for more…
My name is jess and i am newly diagnosed with psoriatic arthritis. im 24 and wondered if i could connect with anyone else that is around this age? Thank you
Hi all, I'm Bradley. I'm 26 years old, diagnosed with JIA when I was 3 years old - my right wrist is now being investigated for Osteoarthritis! It would be great to chat to others about tips and general check ins!
Hey! New here and just started Sulfa after being in remission for 2 years. Sad times... but I started sulfa on Tues but I've came on a week early. Unusual for.me as I've been regular even when on methotrexate... Anyone else had this problem?
Hi there, I found out I have osteoarthritis a year ago and have been dealing with chronic pain since then, I do think my weight along with genetics (my dad has had two knee replacements in his 50s) has added to it. I have to use a walking stick and, am always in some degree of pain. - some days are better than others. I…
Hello, I am 39 and am looking to connect with other people who have arthritis in their jaw. I have had arthrocentesis, steroid injections and wear a splint but I have found no releif. I feel very alone and am desperate to meet other people with arthritis specifically in their jaw to get advice or just hear how you are…
hi guys, I am Cat, I am 28 years old and live in Edinburgh. I was diagnosed with moderate to severe osteoarthritis in my left hip in June 2023. I am on the waiting list for a hip replacement. For the past year I’ve felt very isolated. I struggle to talk about my condition with my friends as I’m very active and don’t want…
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