Feeling Crap

cyacoub

My arthritis was well controlled on methotrexate, so I asked to be reduced down to 15mg injections. Sadly I then got covid, then shingles, and have just had so many problems since then. My hands are sore, my knees are sore, my feet are sore - and stiffness lasting much longer. My most recent bout of illness was GI related, but spending the day in bed has left my joints in so much pain.

Just a bit sad. :(

Sharon_K

Hi @cyacoub

welcome to the community, my goodness you really have been through a rough patch recently haven't you. Have you had a chance to speak to your rheumatologist about your condition recently? This might be a good place to start as it sounds like you could really do with some extra support with the pain in your hands, knees and feet. What kind of pain killers do you have at present? Are you well enough now to start a few gentle exercises after having been in bed for a while?

These sections might help you with some ideas on managing the pain

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/hand-and-wrist-pain/#hand-and-wrist-pain_managing-symptoms

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/knee-pain/#knee-pain_managing-symptoms

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/foot-and-ankle-pain/#foot-and-ankle-pain_how-can-i-treat-foot-or-ankle-pain-when-it-starts?

Please join in the community where ever you like and ask as many questions as you need to. I am sure our lovely members will also share thier ideas with you

Best Wishes

Sharon