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i have connective tissue disease/osteoarthritis/fibromialgia and lupus i have tried all different drugs with no pain relieve i have trouble walking now and have lost m employment as a result, cant sleep and day to day life has become unbearable would pain meds be something i should try to get my life back thanks
I understand your concern regarding osteoarthritis which joint osteoarthritis you are having I am considering knee or hip as you have difficulty in walking these joints can be successfully replaced But before getting that done have your lupus controlled Controlling lupus might help you to feel better resulting in better sleep You may be having sleep trouble due to major joints arthritis Getting them replaced will relieve your pain please consult an orthopedic surgeon for explaining you about the surgery and pros and cons of surgery
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How Can Osteoarthritis And Insomnia Be Treated?
I understand your concern regarding osteoarthritis which joint osteoarthritis you are having I am considering knee or hip as you have difficulty in walking these joints can be successfully replaced But before getting that done have your lupus controlled Controlling lupus might help you to feel better resulting in better sleep You may be having sleep trouble due to major joints arthritis Getting them replaced will relieve your pain please consult an orthopedic surgeon for explaining you about the surgery and pros and cons of surgery