Joint Pain

[sammieanz]

I've been having pain in my fingers, knees, hips and ankles for about a year, maybe a bit longer.  I'm 28 years old and live a pretty active life.  I've looked up joint pain on the internet and all I find is arthritis, but I really don't think that's what I have.  Any help?

[BhumikaMD]

Hi,

Since when are you having these symptoms? Are you on any medications? Is your blood pressure and blood sugar in the normal range? Have you consulted a doctor for your symptoms?

There could be several causes for the symptoms you are having. Have any xrays been done? Which joints are involved? Does the pain shift from one joint to another?

Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Osteoarthritis involves growth of bone spurs and degeneration of cartilage at a joint. It is very common in adults older than 45 and can cause joint pain.

Joint pain may also be caused by bursitis (inflammation of the bursae). The bursae are fluid-filled sacs that cushion and pad bony prominences, allowing muscles and tendons to move freely over the bone.

For nonarthritis joint pain, both rest and exercise are important. Warm baths, massage, and stretching exercises should be used as frequently as possible.

Anti-inflammatory medications may help relieve pain and swelling. You could take some over the counter pain releif medications and apply some pain releif gels or creams to see if it helps with your symptoms.

Let us know if you need any further information.

Regards.

[Carol in PA]

Hi.  My symptoms began like this also.
I think you need to consider tick borne infection.
I can provide more information if you want.

Wishing you the best,
Carol