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Hi I’ve been diagnosed with hip arthritis.I’m in constant pain and have trouble sleeping, hence me finding this site at a ridiculous hour! My mobility in right hip is limited and I struggle getting in and out my car and even taking my dog for a walk can be a challenge. It’s impacted me so quickly and at 52 struggling to come to terms with not being able to do what I used to and feel old before my time.
im hoping to find some support here and even someone in a similar situation and age to chat to.
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Hello @Joanns22 welcome to the online community
You have been diagnosed with arthritis in your hip and are struggling with reduced mobility. Also I suspect lack of sleep from the time of your post! You have found a friendly and supportive place in which to share your experience and gain support from others in a similar situation. Like many of us when we were first diagnosed you are struggling to come to terms with your pain, condition and lots of questions. So I hope that we will be able to help with some of the Why's and What's .
I attach some links with information about hip arthritis and sleep problems
https://www.versusarthritis.org/about-arthritis/conditions/osteoarthritis-oa-of-the-hip
There is lots of information and tips particularly in the "Living with Arthritis " section so do have a look round the community and join in with discussions. We look forward to hearing from you when you have had a chance to digest some of the details above.
Take care
Poppyjane
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Hi Joanns22.
sorry you are going through it with the pain of Arthritis. We all know on here just what that is like.
I have R A in most of my joints, so can relate to sleepless nights. Are you being prescribed meds from anyone yet?
I does take a while to get your head round not being able to do things exactly how you used to, but you will find your way.meanwhile if you need to off load we are here.
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Hi Jo, get how u feel! I put up with knee pain for years, but coped ok after regular cortisone injections. I am 56 and for the last 4 months or so ( probably more like years in truth!) my hips have given me such grief. Can't sleep, up every 2 hours at best , cant walk - feel 20 years older than i should. I have spoken to specialists and my biggest fear is that the whole process will take loger than i can bear. I hope you are able to find good support to help assp. 😻. Xx
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