what should I do?

louj

Hello again,
Since the xray/mri that showed both hips have moderate arthritis, I have seen the surgeon to be told that I dont need replacement yet but will do at some point. The rheum has kept me on books with an unclear diagnosis of some sort of Arth but not sure what/why. Next apointment is in April 13.
Since the first xray- I have noticed lots of aches/pains/clicking/weakness in my wrists and shoulders and ankles. I am concerned I have RA but the consultant said that the drugs were toxic and not yet necessary.
I am 44 yrs old and have pain every day.
Should I return to rheum and ask for x rays in other parts of body?
Any advice?
Thanks x

stickywicket

Hi louj. I’m sorry things are no better.

In your situation I think my first port of call would be my GP. He’ll have the rheumatologist’s letter and there may be something on it such as ‘if it spreads/gets significantly worse, make an earlier appointment. At the very least he could give more pain relief.

Or, if you have a rheumatology helpline number, just give them a buzz and see what they suggest. If you do go back to the rheumatologist I’d see what they say rather than going in demanding x-rays. You might feel it’s worth suggesting it but x-rays don’t tell the whole story.

Don't just leave it, though, if it's nattering you. Good luck!

valval

hi i to would go back to gp they are great and help good luck val

barbara12

Hi louj
Your story does remind me of mine, I started with my knee then hips and now my neck ankles and wrist and thumbs..I do think to myself have they got there diagnosis right...I saw a rhyumy along time ago but he was a waste of time..and in an hurry to get away.
So I do understand what you are saying, please make another appointment, make yourself heard then they listen. Good Luck
I do hope you get some answers very soon.x