Hi I have been told I have arthritis although I have been told after blood tests it is not Rheumatoid Arthritis. It is in several joints knees ( I had one knee replacement in 2020) ankles back hips ribs and getting progressively worse- eg leg and back stiffen after activity
I have also been advised I have neurological issues ( neck and back)
Standard painkillers ( paracetamol) do not provide any relief and I do not really want to use Gabapentin or Pregabalin as I am concerned re long term effects.
Does anyone use oral steroids to help with arthritis pain or possible inflammation. ( I am not sure how I can check for inflammation but I do know leg that stiffens most is always hotter than the other one)