Hi all.

Puppymum_65

I’m not 100% what type of arthritis I have because the specialists who treat me aren’t yet sure. Apparently I don’t quite fit into any box but show signs of many.

my hands and back/ neck are the worse hands are arthritis back sadly is wear and tare so nothing I can do. I’m on two lots of meds which do T seem to be doing much but who knows could be worse if I wasn’t. The only pain meds I can take is paracetamol and at time’s ibuprofen, due to a bowel issue.

can’t have a bath anymore have to shower which I’m not huge fan of, used to love a bath but I can’t get out of it any more. GP is rubbish but they have shared care with the hospital. Basically they take my bloods once a month lol. I’m 57 but sometimes feel 75! Looking into a scooter now.

Chris_R

Hi @Puppymum_65

Welcome to the online community,good you are posting.

you say you dont know what arthritis you have as you dont fit into any arthritis boxes or so the Gp and specialists say. They take bloods once a month,but your movements are not good as you cant take a shower or a bath.

Have you thought of consulting a different GP for a second opinion?it might help in your diagnosis.

Here are a few Links that may help.

https://www.versusarthritis.org/

https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/managing-symptoms/managing-your-pain/

Hope these links help in some way,please keep in touch and tell us how you get on and do go onto our forums and chat to others you will find everyone helpful and willing to give advice and in a friendly way.

All the best Christine

frogmorton

Hi @Puppymum_65 I am a bath person to through and through and baths help with back pain too don't they? You have my sympathy.

Wear and tear is an outdated phrase they use quite often for Osteoarthritis I think.

A scooter is a great idea really positive anything that keeps us able to get out and participate in life is good.

keep posting and join in anywhere everyone is lovely and friendly.

Sending ((()))

Toni xx