what can I do to prevent it, My hands hurt for time to time in cold weather, And after work. They lock up on me ,it's not bad but I know it will become bad. I want to stop it if can.
2006-09-20 12:06:51 · 5 answers · asked by Metal 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
First of all.....there are tests that the doctor can run (bloodwork) to see what kind of arthritis you have. I have degenerative arthritis which really sux's!!!!!!!! I'm about to have a total hip replacement and i've already had 2 major back surgeries and i think i will have to have knee surgery while they are doing the THR..........and i'm scared that it's not gonna stop there???? As for preventing it........don't smoke or drink or any of the fun things you use to do????????? I take about 8 or 9 different vitamins and supplements to help with everything.......go online and they can tell you exactly what to take to help with arthritis!! Good luck!!
2006-09-20 12:18:37 · answer #1 · answered by VICTORIA L 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
For gosh sakes go to a doctor. If it is rhuematoid arthritis, it is a degenerative disease and the damage is irreversable. I'm only 42 and have had it for over 20 years. The doctor usually does a blood test and may do some x-rays. Over the counter medication helps with the pain, but it doesnt stop the damage.
2006-09-20 19:20:12 · answer #2 · answered by tmills883 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Information on arthritis,home remedies and treatment is available at http://tinyurl.com/z5vx5
2006-09-21 03:21:40 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you should go to doctors
2006-09-20 20:06:50 · answer #4 · answered by hurshey k 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Welcome to the club.
Info @ http://www.arthritis.org/
2006-09-20 19:15:31 · answer #5 · answered by Papa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋