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What Causes Sudden Deterioration Of Arthritis?
Question: I have full-blown arthritis that came on within six months and it sometimes has i has inflammation and swelling and several joints that present almost like gout. I also have severe dry where both sets of glands oil and tear ducts stay stopped up. I have now developed degenerative disc disease spondylitis and severe pain as well as Periferal neuropathy...my symptoms are getting worse I cannot sleep at all at nine my brain never shuts down as well as now I have balance and walking problems..A doctor noted I have an abnormal gait and I am only 55 yrs old . I have always been healthy and don't fit the profile for regular arthritis plus this was a rapid onset and no one seems to know what it is? Can you shed any light at all? I would appreciate any help at this point.
Brief Answer:
Disease modifying drugs will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The sudden deterioration of arthritis with disc degeneration and walking problems are all likely to be related to degenerative changes in your joints. You need to have disease modifying drugs along with the pain killers that you are already taking. Do consult a neurologist also to detect any nerve related problems causing the gait problems.
Do add methylcobalamin supplements and muscle relaxants to have symptomatic relief.
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.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Disease modifying drugs will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Thanks for posting your query.
The sudden deterioration of arthritis with disc degeneration and walking problems are all likely to be related to degenerative changes in your joints. You need to have disease modifying drugs along with the pain killers that you are already taking. Do consult a neurologist also to detect any nerve related problems causing the gait problems.
Do add methylcobalamin supplements and muscle relaxants to have symptomatic relief.
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.
For future query, you can directly approach me through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
I have no real pain killers...Any ideas as how I can shut down my brain for sleep? I'm extreemly sleep deprived and it is making it hard to sleep? Also why the sudden onset at my age?
Brief Answer:
Taking pain killers will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
Taking pain killers will reduce the pain and will help you relax. You can try these simple measures to help you fall asleep-
1.Practice relaxation exercises like yoga, breathing exercises.
2. Take the milk of XXXXXXX seeds at night before going to bed.
3.Indulge yourself in mild exercise during the day.
4.Stick to a regular sleeping schedule.
5. Try hot foot bath before going to sleep.
6. Decrease intake of tea and coffee specially do not take caffeine after 4.00 PM
The early onset of arthritis can be genetically related. You can consult a rheumatologist for proper treatment.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
Taking pain killers will help.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Thanks for writing again.
Taking pain killers will reduce the pain and will help you relax. You can try these simple measures to help you fall asleep-
1.Practice relaxation exercises like yoga, breathing exercises.
2. Take the milk of XXXXXXX seeds at night before going to bed.
3.Indulge yourself in mild exercise during the day.
4.Stick to a regular sleeping schedule.
5. Try hot foot bath before going to sleep.
6. Decrease intake of tea and coffee specially do not take caffeine after 4.00 PM
The early onset of arthritis can be genetically related. You can consult a rheumatologist for proper treatment.
Hope my answer is helpful.
Do accept my answer in case there are no further queries.
Regards.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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