Hi, I'm a newby, thanks for accepting me

Jenonnet

Hello, thanks for accepting me to join your community. I'm 71 years old and have recently been diagnosed with osteoarthritis. Although I haven't had any tests to confirm the diagnosis, the doc is saying that's what I have.

I was wondering if it's usual and accurate to have that diagnosis without having any tests? 🤔 How can they be sure without any tests to confirm it? 🤔

I'd appreciate any answers you can give me. Thanks. 😊

Anna

Hello @Jenonnet, welcome to the online community and thank you for deciding to join us!

I’m sure you’ll find our members are friendly and supportive, all having lived with arthritis and with different experiences to share.

You’re 71, have just received a diagnosis of osteoarthritis and are wondering if it’s usual to be diagnosed without any tests. I’ve linked to a comprehensive page from the Versus Arthritis website all about osteoarthritis. If you scroll to the section on diagnosis, you’ll see that diagnosis is usually based on symptoms and a physical examination. The doctor can refer you for other tests if they think there may be other conditions involved:

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/osteoarthritis/

Do have a look round the forum, and join in any conversations where you feel comfortable.

Anna ( Mod)