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Date: 05.11.2008
From: susan jeffery

Subject: is doc right ?

i went to the doctor today about a knee prob i have had for some time that is getting worse (i am only 40)i showed him the swelling on my knee and he looked and poked about abit he then asked me what i have done in my 40yrs so i told him i did alot of gymnastic bike riding running walking
still walk alot now
he looked at the dent in between my knee and told me you have ra ? he then shown me what was going of with a false knee joint he had in hs room he said i have no cartlidge left so bones are rubbing together he told me not to bike ride
or go on step machine he siad that injection wouldnt be much good to me ? gave me some tablets and sent me on my way
i am left feeling very down upset that i might have ra
but this still hangs over my head is he right ?
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Date: 05.11.2008
From: Trina

Subject: Re: is doc right ?

Hi Susan,

A diagnosis of RA is quite a complicated thing and a lot of things need to be taken into the equation. Blood tests would be needed and also X-rays to look at the condition of your joints. If your doctor thinks you have RA ask him to refer you to see a rheumatologist - until you have had all the tests a proper diagnosis can't be given.

RA doesn't usually start in a big joint like a knee it is more usual to start in the feet and hands. It is also usually symmetrical so it will be in both hands, both feet, both knees etc. Have a look at this link - it's a great place to start getting an idea of what RA is all about.

http://www.arc.org.uk/arthinfo/patpubs/6033/6033.asp
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Date: 05.11.2008
From: susan

Subject: Re: is doc right ?

to tell you the truth i have had hip problem tooo that came on when i was 18
and as for my hands i have what they call carpol tunnell syndrome i have had ops on my hands but no good he said i have lost tissue on the ?
and i have also a prob with my toe on same foot as knee he has put me on neprosyn ?
but done worry i will go back next week and ask
thank you
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