Hello all!

Hi there, I got my diagnosis yesterday for osteoarthritis in the knee. I am 32 and also have sciatica and nerve damage in the spine. My mind is all over the place right now and not sure how to feel about the diagnosis. I’d like to talk to people who know what it’s like and maybe get some information and helpful tips in dealing with it. I suffer from depression and anxiety.

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  • Naomi33
    Naomi33 Moderator Posts: 540

    Morning @LilacStark and welcome to the online community.

    Sorry to hear your concerns about your diagnosis of OA in the knee.

    The following links maybe of interest to you…….

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

    I am sure others will connect with you soon.

    Best wishes @Naomi33

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  • Downmyway
    Downmyway Member Posts: 1

    Hello all,

    I'm new here and am looking forward to following the discussions and maybe joining in where appropriate.

    i have RA (inactive atm) and osteoarthritis (very active!).

    Finding the right pain management would be very welcome.

    Best wishes to everybody.

    Downmyway

  • PJoanne
    PJoanne Moderator Posts: 260

    Hello @Downmyway and welcome to the forum, we hope that you will find support here.

    Have you discussed pain management with your GP? It is also worth popping into your local pharmacy to see what over the counter options there are.

    All the best Joanne

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