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Suggest Treatment For Joint Pain And Stiffness In Knees, Ankles, Fingers And Shoulders

I am having joint pain and stiffness in knees, ankles, fingers, shoulders. I am 52 yo, male and have not abused my joints in any way. Unfortunately my job is one where I sit all day. I am considering bike riding to get some exercise. What are your thoughts for something to relieve the pain.
Wed, 16 Dec 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have joint pain and stiffness in knees, ankles, fingers and shoulders . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , But in your case it seems to me that the symptoms are due to Rheumatoid arthritis . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order tests for rheumatoid factor , anti-CCP antibody , complete blood , c-reactive protein , erythrocyte sedimentation rate , joint ultrasound or MRI , joint x-rays and synovial fluid analysis . Doctor may prescribe methotrexate , sulfasalazine , celecoxib and corticosteroid drugs . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy . Also apply warm compresses to joints and drink plenty of water .

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.
Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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General & Family Physician,  Dr. ARUNESH UPADHYAY's  Response
dear friend
is the stiffness more in the morning and after a period of prolonged rest
does it reduce with activity
how long does the stiff ness last.

please get your CBC, RA factor, ANA, ANti CCP and CRP done to rule out Rheumatoid arthritis.

do see a rheumatologist and discuss out your problems
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Suggest Treatment For Joint Pain And Stiffness In Knees, Ankles, Fingers And Shoulders

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have joint pain and stiffness in knees, ankles, fingers and shoulders . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query , But in your case it seems to me that the symptoms are due to Rheumatoid arthritis . I would suggest you to consult orthopedic surgeon for proper examination . Doctor may order tests for rheumatoid factor , anti-CCP antibody , complete blood , c-reactive protein , erythrocyte sedimentation rate , joint ultrasound or MRI , joint x-rays and synovial fluid analysis . Doctor may prescribe methotrexate , sulfasalazine , celecoxib and corticosteroid drugs . Doctor may also recommend physical therapy . Also apply warm compresses to joints and drink plenty of water . Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari