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02-19-2009, 12:12 PM | #1 | |||
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when i tell people my age and that i have arthriris, they think that i am too young, then i tell then that i fount out when i was about 14 years old, 6 years age. what can i do to lesson the pain?
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02-19-2009, 12:21 PM | #2 | |||
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Squirrel, I'm sorry for your pain.
But you've come to the right place for help. Welcome to NeuroTalk! If I could help you, I would. But trust me, someone will come along shortly to assist you.
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02-21-2009, 08:43 PM | #3 | |||
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Are you in the U.S.? If so, you might want to check with the Arthritis Foundation (AF) and see if it has a local chapter / support group for juvenile onset arthritis.
Also, some hospitals offer arthritis support groups and other programs, such as ones for daily living, exercise, water aerobics, etc. If you're seeing a rheumatologist, he or she might also have some suggestions and also offer the AF magazine free to patients. It often presents helpful ideas. Another idea is to check out arthritisinsight.com - for ideas that might be useful.
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09-26-2009, 03:36 PM | #4 | ||
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Of course timely doses of your prescribed medication and exercise helps ease pain, as well. If your medication isn't making you feel better, let your doctor know. Sometimes it's hit or miss with medication, meaning that you'll get a prescription and it won't work. Go back to the doctor, let him/her know and try something else. Then, sometimes you may find something that works, but after a while, it's no longer effective. Communication with your doctor is key. Arm yourself with knowledge. Go to arthritis.org and other reputable sites to learn as much as you can about arthritis, medicine, medical advances, etc. Knowledge is power! Surround yourself with positive and supportive people. I have an understanding family and they know that their love and encouragement sustains me. I hope that you have the same. You can do this! The journey will not be easy, but victory is yours! I have faith in you! |
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10-10-2009, 07:58 AM | #5 | ||
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10-23-2009, 05:45 AM | #6 | |||
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Mike,
Your experience with your rheumatologist sounds similar to mine. I didn't fire mine; I've just refused to see him again. I found that I fare better with an Internist treating me.
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03-29-2010, 12:45 PM | #7 | ||
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I was diagnosed as a child as well and I know what you are going through. You need to find things you can do so you don't sit around feeling left out. A great thing for me was swimming. It is low impact and great for your joints. I am sure your doctor will agree. It is a good way to get your joints moving without a lot of pain and you will meet alot of people in the process. I also went horse back riding and things like that. Anything that did not put strain on my joints and cause me to sit around thinking about the pain. That is important, trust me. It will help you. I know someone mentioned a support group, I wish I had done that too. Lastly, make sure your parents monitor the medications you are put on as they are mostly made for adults and can really wreak havok on children so get a really good doctor that works with people your age. I wish you the best.
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04-03-2010, 07:50 PM | #8 | ||
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09-15-2010, 02:52 AM | #9 | |||
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If you go for water therapy or a program that encompasses use of a pool, they won't leave you on your own; there will be trained pros. at your side and they won't "push" you beyond your comfort level.
In the hospitals, at least around my area, they have water therapy in pools that are at settings with graduated levels. Many start appox. 3 feet. But: If in a program for helping arthritis patients, again, you won't be alone, and they understand people have fears and won't make you feel as if you are the only one or isolate you. I am sorry I didn't reply much earlier. My apology.
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12-09-2011, 04:11 PM | #10 | ||
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Wow you are really young for Arthritis! but all I can say is take some over the counter medicine like Tylenol for Arthritis thats what my mother takes to lessen the pain. Good luck!
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