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Multiple Arthritis issues - Is this unusual?
Autoimmune Diseases | Last Active: Feb 14 2:20pm | Replies (20)Comment receiving replies
I am like you. I have had sero negative rheumatoid arthritis for 30 years. And I was diagnosed with erosive osteoarthritis just two years ago: I also agree that is the worst. I have had a knee replacement and back surgery to address osteoarthritis. And I may soon need a second back surgery, although I’m doing my best to avoid it. I wonder why some of us seem to get so many types of arthritis at the same time. I have found that low-dose naltrexone addresses inflammation and pain. It’s off label so you’ll need to talk to your provider about it, but I truly have found it helpful in reducing the amount of NSAIDs. I’m taking while also addressing pain and inflammation.
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@sweetundine When you wonder about why some of us get multiple types of inflammatory disorders, my rheumatologist told me it is very common, and is being studied. He keeps very current on the research, and feels there can be a number of triggers - genetics, nervous system, brain, environmental exposures or infections and an overactive immune system.
In my case, I am pretty sure genetics plays a big part, but can also see there could be several contributing factors.
I have found some relief from DMARD meds, exercise, heat, PT, ice and topical Voltaren gel. I can also ignore the pain better when I am engrossed in something interesting, not just passively watching TV or surfing on the computer.