What is it like to have arthritis?
This is a very hard question to answer, it depends on the type of arthritis you have. In general it is signified be pain in one or more joints. In osteoarthritis as it advances you will see an increase in pain and loss of mobility of the joint or joints. There are many other kinds of arthritis. Most of these are cause by auto-immune problems. This is where you immune system starts attack natural tissues as if it was foreign matter. The most common of these is rheumatoid arthritis. Other common are lupus and psoriasis. With these you can have pain all over, fever, fatigue, muscle aches and weakness.There’s a 21 day strategy for any type of Arthritus: Heal Any Type of Arthritis in 21 Days or LessFor those who are more visual learners, this should answer the question. ^Arthritis feels like joint pain and discomfort throughout different parts of the body. The severity of the pain determines what type of arthritis you have. Learn more about arthritis pain in this video.So patients with arthritis will feel it in the joints and common joints would be the knee, the hip, the ankle, the toes, the wrists, the elbow, and the shoulders. Some people also experience arthritis symptoms in the back and the neck. The quality of the symptoms and the way the patient describes it can sometimes help the doctor to better determine what type of arthritis it is. So it’s very important for patients to really think about how they describe their pain and make sure they are able to describe it well to their physician. Minor pain is a pain that occurs intermittently and doesn’t affect function. For example, a minor pain might be an ache in your knee while you’re walking and shopping, but it doesn’t stop you from shopping or doing your activities. A severe pain is something that makes you think twice about doing something or makes you avoid activities that you either want to or need to do. The quality of the pain, for example, if it’s a throbbing or swelling might lead to one type of diagnosis, like in inflammatory arthritis. But a dull aching pain might be something more of a structural arthritis. It’s very variable how people perceive pain, so it’s really important that a doctor evaluates it.
Could I have arthritis at 18 years old?
Yes, and I strongly encourage you to have a dr take a look at you! I started having symptoms in High School, and never thought too much about them because I was so active. Now I am 30 (almost 31) and can hardly move and ready to go on disability because I wasn't checked out. I finally went in for "serious" testing when I woke up one day totally unable to move. I was a single mom when I was diagnosed with Rhuematoid Arthritis. The first one in my family, so yes!!! Please have it checked out now so the damage can be controlled! Good luck and please take care of yourself!! P.S., the weather plays a major role in how well/if at all you can move! The freezing rain is getting ready to start here, and I am having a hard time just typing this note!!
Why do my legs hurt when I wake up or stand too long?
In my experience, it’s really not the legs, it’s not wearing proper supportive shoes. I don’t recall my legs hurting from standing when I have good, supportive shoes. It’s my feet.My very first job was being a cashier in a small hardware store. My feet really hurt after 4 hours. Saturdays I had to work 8 hours. I had two different pairs of supportive shoes. I’d change after the first 4 hours.Try getting better, supportive shoes.
Why does arthritis hurt so so bad?
I have arthritis and it is indeed very painful. There are medications though that can be used to help alleviate the pain and I am surprised that you are taking nothing when the pain is this severe. You should have something available for times when it flares up either due to rain or weather change. You need to make an appointment with your dr right away and let them know how severe the pain is. You may also want to ask them about re-xraying your legs as there might have been a problem with the way that it healed that is causing you such severe pain. You could also have inflammation which can be treated with drugs also. You are too young to be limited by something such as arthritis.
Why do your muscles ache when you have the flu?
White blood cells aid in repairing and building muscle tissue. This is a process going on in your body all the time, and particularly if you work out, or have a strenuous job. When you are sick, your immune system needs white blood cells to fight off the infection, and the more serious and systemic the infection, the more cells are diverted. When you have a whole body infection that is virulent, like the flu, you feel it in your muscles, because they aren't being repaired as quickly as they normally are-- you feel like you do the first day after resuming a strenuous workout after being off for a while; too much tissue broken down at once, and not enough resources to repair it.One of the reasons you need to try and eat as well as you can even when you don't feel like it when you have the flu is to aid in muscle repair, and also keeping your white cell count up.Also, white blood cells produce waste product called cytokines. This causes inflammation similar to mild arthritis, with the attendant pain. The same NSAIDS or acetaminophen that helps with arthritis help with the body aches of the flu, and also bring down a fever if you have one. Be careful, though. If you have a cough syrup or pill with codeine, it could possibly have acetaminophen, so don't take more.
Why do my legs hurt in the morning after waking up?
I went for many years with this issue. It was on and off again. Mysteriously cleared up on it's own then came back with a vengeance. Pushed aside by doctors…ect. No one listened. I have a new doctor and it all started with very expensive and extensive blood work plus a series of MRI's and a reuptake scan for my thyroid. Making a long story short…I was diagnosed with hashimoto's thyroiditis then graves disease. The occurrence is rare but very possible. Then as my symptoms kept getting worse, my physician explained that with chronic autoimmune conditions comes the risk of developing other autoimmune disorders and I was sent for more bloodwork. I have recently been diagnosed with lupus. Everything I've been going through has been the result of autoimmune disorders with one leading to another. Extreme fatigue, brain fog, terrible pain in all of my joints, morning stiffness, weight gain, thinning hair, brittle nails, skin rashes, vision problems, hbo, heart palpitations. The list goes on and on. I'm on the road to remission but my point here being, always look deeper in health issues and make sure your physician is listening to you. It took me 12 years to get to this point and this was because doctors didn't listen and only ordered “basic" tests that always came back normal or negative.
Do I have IT band sydrome or knee arthritis?
In 2004 I fell on my right knee and got a meniscus tear. One year later i has surgery and the doc trimmed the tear. Since then I still get a bit of stifness and locking ocassionally but not as bad as before. Now two months ago I was sleeping and I suddenly both my legs starting aching so badly. It was almost like something was attacking my legs. Both knee caps became tight at the same time and I couldn't sleep, The next day the pain went but my left knee also started hurting (this is the good knee). Since then I have this burning sensation on the side of my knee cap(outer side) on both knees. Both knees feel weak and i always feel a burning sensation (like joints or bones are rubbing constanly), I am very worried. The doc claims I have IT band syndrome but I think it might be something else. I've also starting getting muscle spasms on the knees and hip area. I also must mention my hips sting as well but very little. I hope it's not arthritis.
Why do my bones ache before and after sex?
Shame on her for getting you arroused and not letting you finish.You say you are a heart patient,didn't say what your condition was.Myself have had double bypass surgery and I had to wait 6-8 weeks before my husband and I could have sex,the first couple times was painful but only to my chest where they sawed me open.Maybe you have some other issues going on talk to your doctor an MRI might clear up some of your questions as you could have arthritis.I really don't believe any heart condition can cause your bones to ache.Arm,neck,back,leg,hand and ofcouse chest pain are all symtoms of heart problems.Hope this helps
My body is always aching, why is this?
Wow, some people really need to learn when to not speak. Moreso, maybe when to NOT EXIST! There is NO SUCH THING as growing pains. Pain is your body's alarm system. "Something's off here, fix it please!" Now, whether that is as simple as you're not getting enough sleep/water/vitamins, or as serious enough as juvenille RA, is to be seen. I suggest trying everything you can to be as healthy as you can. Specifically drink LOTS of water. Now, the leg cramps, CLASSIC potassium shortage. Eat potatoes and bananas. And drink LOTS of water. If you make your diet as healthy as possible, drink lots of water, and get plenty of sleep and relaxation, and you still hurt, I would bring it up to your doctor. I suggest for short term relief: Take some ibuprofin, normal dose on the label, and soak in a warm-hot tub. Try adding more potassium. Also, sneak veggies and water in wherever possible. Also, I find that if I lounge around for too long it can MAKE me hurt. Try getting on the floor and doing some stretches. Being an athlete, you should know how to stretch and not hurt yourself. That'll help loosen you up. If you're having difficulties with pain AND fatigue, here's something that helps my fibromyalgia. When you take a shower, start with it normal temperature. Get it hot as you can, comfortably, then when you're ready to get out, gradually reduce the temperature in comfortable intervals so it's cool when you get out. It is very relaxing to the muscles, and the gradual cool down makes it where you are refreshed without shocking your muscles too much. Please, do NOT listen to idiots who tell you you're a hypochondriach. If you really do hurt, get it fixed. If this seems to be a long term thing, I would suggest, after discussing it with your doctor, going to see a rhumetologist. they are doctors that deal JUST with things like arthritis and fibromyalgia. Most importantly: DON'T GIVE UP! I wasn't much older than you when I developed juvenille onset fibromyalgia. Hurting and not knowing why can be so unbeilievable maddening, but you just have to keep pushing through the mental pain. Please, PLEASE, give me a message if you need anything. I know EXACTLY what you're going through honey. Sheena