Suggest Treatment For Severe Joints Pain While With A History Of DDD

Posted on Mon, 18 Jan 2016

Question: I'm a 63 year old female that has been suffering extreme pain in the joints, too tired to do much of anything. I already have a history of degenerative disc disease, with 3 surgeries, one low back 2 in neck. I have a butterfly rash right now, and I get painful sores inside my nose. In this last month have had hives on my arms that come out of nowhere, and then resolve. I have joint pain, lower extremity swelling. I've talked to my doctor, but he just gives me more pain meds. What should I do?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Praveen Tayal (48 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Can be an immune related disorder.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The generalized joint pains and sores in the nose and rashes that you have are likely to be due to an autoimmune problem or due to osteoarthritic changes. It is best to consult a rheumatologist who after a few blood tests will plan the treatment best for you. Taking pain medicines will only give a symptomatic relief. This needs a direct detailed evaluation.
I hope this answers your query.
In case you have additional questions or doubts, you can forward them to me, and I shall be glad to help you out.
Wishing you good health.
Regards.
Dr. Praveen Tayal.
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