Question 1

seizures mouth ulcers hepatocellular disease low blood count anticardiolipin antibodies 1:80 speckled ana osteoarthritis spine si joints lupus maybe?

Accepted Answer

Lupus, maybe: I think you may well be right. You should be under the care of a competent rheumatologist. A Coombs test would be in order to see if you have hemolytic anemia.

Question 2

what are the symptoms of simple osteoarthritis of the si joint?

Accepted Answer

Low back pain mainly: more towards the affected side. some tenderness over the sacral iliac bone.
pain more after activity and stiffness lasting less than 30 mins in the morning on waking up

Question 3

what kind of doctor would i see about osteoarthritis in my si joints that is causing me much pain?

Accepted Answer

Osteoarthritis: Some primary care physicians are comfortable managing osteoarthritis. If specialist is needed would suggest either Rheumatologist or Sports Medicine physician.

Question 4

ct showed mild osteoarthritis of sacroiliac joint?  nothing was said.  should i be concerned? i've had pain for years.

Accepted Answer

? Misread!: Most of the so-called osteoarthritis of the sij joints.  You would also not be in as much chronic pain.  I'll wager you have sacroiliitis.  My hunch. The number of forms of arthritis is not insubtantial.

Question 5

what is  degenerative joint disease in your back, sacroilitis, and si joint? will taking an joint injections help easy the pain?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis: Degenerative joint disease or DJD is just another way to say osteoarthritis which is the most common form of arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis is a less common form but can be even more debilitating &amp; deforming, while osteoarthritis is just painful. Anti-inflammatories such as your Advil (ibuprofen) are a good start. Acetaminophen is used too as it doesn't affect stomach or kidneys, unlike NSAIDs.

Question 6

why do i have bone spurs and osteoarthritis in all of my major joints? (spine, si joints, hips, neck)i'm only in my 30s and i feel like an old woman.

Accepted Answer

See a rheumatologist: Have you seen a rheumatologist? If not, do so. Be certain there is not another cause for the spurs or calcifications.

Question 7

as an adult if some joints wear unevenly (causing more or less pressure), will this lead to osteoarthritis within 25 yrs. or so positively.

Accepted Answer

: Certainly if joints are "wearing unevenly" there is greater likelihood of deterioration of the joint due to biomechanical stresses.  The timeline is not predictable to such a degree.  In some cases the damage can accelerate in a few years and, in others, decades or not at all.

Question 8

what are the joints mostly involved in osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

Neck: Neck (cervical spine), lower back (lumbar spine), knees, hips, hands, ankles and feet.

Question 9

i don't have osteoarthritis yet, but i feel a little stiff in my joints sometimes. what can i do to keep this from turning into osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

MD or DO, OT: Experienced rheumatologists, orthopedic surgeons, or physical medicine doctors can provide exam and say what is best to do or avoid. Occupational therapists can help with workouts. A person could seek a referral to a registered dietitian to ensure adequate nourishment daily. Please see my health guides to food and to fitness/exercise also.

Question 10

what is mutli-level facet joint osteoarthritis?

Accepted Answer

Just what it says: It is osteoarthritis of the facet joints of the spine. These joints help to connect the vertebral bodies.

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Seizures mouth ulcers hepatocellular disease low blood count anticardiolipin antibodies 1:80 speckled ana osteoarthritis spine si joints lupus maybe?

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What are the symptoms of simple osteoarthritis of the si joint?

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What kind of doctor would i see about osteoarthritis in my si joints that is causing me much pain?

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Ct showed mild osteoarthritis of sacroiliac joint? nothing was said. should i be concerned? i've had pain for years.

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What is degenerative joint disease in your back, sacroilitis, and si joint? will taking an joint injections help easy the pain?

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Why do i have bone spurs and osteoarthritis in all of my major joints? (spine, si joints, hips, neck)i'm only in my 30s and i feel like an old woman.

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As an adult if some joints wear unevenly (causing more or less pressure), will this lead to osteoarthritis within 25 yrs. or so positively.

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What are the joints mostly involved in osteoarthritis?

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I don't have osteoarthritis yet, but i feel a little stiff in my joints sometimes. what can i do to keep this from turning into osteoarthritis?

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What is mutli-level facet joint osteoarthritis?

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