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What Causes Persistent Severe Pain In Muscles And Joints?

I am 61 and have severe joint and muscle pain for the last 3 months.. It now is so severe I can hardly get out of bed., I am an active waterskiier and snowmobiler and unable to do so now.. Any suggestions?? My mom gave me Ardosons from Mexico. Any suggestions?? Thank You
Tue, 29 Mar 2016
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent severe pain in muscles and joints . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral infection , torn meniscus , knee bursitis , gout or arthritis. I would suggest you to take proper rest , apply warm compresses several times a day , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and do gentle massage with almond oil . Consult orthopedic surgeon if condition doesn't get better . Doctor may order blood test , CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory , allopurinol, methotrexate along with physical therapy . Doctor may also refer you to to general physician for antiviral drug like acyclovir in case of viral infection.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Severe Pain In Muscles And Joints?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you have persistent severe pain in muscles and joints . Well there can be many reasons for symptoms you mention in query like viral infection , torn meniscus , knee bursitis , gout or arthritis. I would suggest you to take proper rest , apply warm compresses several times a day , take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and do gentle massage with almond oil . Consult orthopedic surgeon if condition doesn t get better . Doctor may order blood test , CT scan , MRI along with physical examination . Doctor may prescribe muscle relaxant , anti inflammatory , allopurinol, methotrexate along with physical therapy . Doctor may also refer you to to general physician for antiviral drug like acyclovir in case of viral infection. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari