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Grandfathers mysterious shoulder issue

Joint Replacements | Last Active: Jul 5, 2021 | Replies (3)
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@umziz

Tendonitis is an interesting idea, I don't think they have mentioned that with my grandfather. Although I'm almost certain its present. The strange thing is that they say he has quite bad arthritis in the shoulders, but shoulders are a weird place to get arthritis as its not an impact joint. But hey, I guess anythings possible. Please do update when you hear back! I'd love to hear what they say on a similar case.

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Sue, Volunteer Mentor | @sueinmn | Jul 5, 2021

Welcome to Mayo Connect. We are a community of people living with a wide variety of conditions and diseases who share our journeys and try to help one another along the way. We are not medical professionals and don't give medical advice but we share our successes and failures in an effort to help one another live our best lives.

Actually shoulder arthritis, often accompanied by bursitis and bone spurs, is quite common and can be a source of much pain. It occurs after injury or more commonly after years of hard use.

Shoulder replacement requires a lengthy rehab, so any contemplation of surgery must also consider he is willing and able to manage this, either alone or with assistance. Maybe you or another family member can see the doctor with him to get more answers,
Sue

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