Hi all had the results back from my recent blood test and my CRP levels are at 3 showing no systemic inflammation in the body however my knee is still really swollen and painful. I always assumed when the CRP levels go down so would the swelling? Has anyone had anything similar/ or can hazard a guess why the swelling is…
Hello everyone, i was diagnosed with JIA when i was 2 in my knees and then following steroid injections and physiotherapy i was put into remission when i was 7. Then after not having any pain (i did swimming for this period of time) i started playing football which then i would have some flare ups in my knees and hips but…
Hi all, Wanted to plug in into the community, and introduce myself. I was diagnosed with Reactive arthritis last year which is turned into an inflammatory arthritis and have been trying to cope up with it. I live in London Uk, and I am 34 years old, and I am struggling to figure out how my life will turn up with this…
The Versus Arthritis Young People's Panel are Recruiting! Are you 18-24 years old and have arthritis? Do you want to shape and take part in the support, influencing and research work of Versus Arthritis and help us deliver our mission? This volunteer role requires someone who is passionate about supporting others and…
Hi Everyone, please excuse me if my grammar/whatever is poor as I am currently in a bit of a state emotionally and struggling to cope. About a year and a half ago (age 26, female) I began to have hip pain, was living in Australia at the time where I saw a doctor, X-ray and ultrasound suggested Bursitis (steroid injection…
Hello! I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis a few weeks ago and I thought I was coping with it but the last couple of days I'm feeling quite overwhelmed with it all. I've just started on methotrexate and I'm hoping to get some relief from it but I know that could be a while away. I'm 31 and work in the performing arts…
Hi all, I’m Katie and was diagnosed with RA about 9 months ago it has recently got quite aggressive and they are going to start me on biologics. as well as going back on steroids. it has been quite draining and at times struggling with my mood, which is normally when I feel like I can’t do much for myself. has anyone…
Hello. I'd like to ask the forum about their experiences with this operation, particularly at the sort of age I am at. I'm a mother of 3, working full time at a desk job. I've recently been told I need a hip replacement and I feel I might have rushed to program the operation which is in about three weeks time. I'm really…
Your Rheum is for young people aged 11-24 years old with a rheumatological condition who are interested in shaping, advising and inputting current adolescent and young adult rheumatology research. Our next meeting will be in person Saturday 4th November 2023 in London. Please note, priority will be given to those living…
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