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I have chronic achilles tendonitis in both feet and have never injured them. my orthopedist is now sending me to a rheumatologist. what could it be?
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Many possibilities: Tendinitis is a condition when tendons are damaged and inflamed. Common causes of tendinitis are overexertion, strain, injury, repetitive movements, and sudden or unaccustomed movements. Certain diseases can cause tendinitis, such as, gout, reiter's syndrome, lupus, and rheumatoid arthritis. A rheumatology referral is a great choice as they can help identify the cause of you pain.
Answered 2/15/2013
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Several causes: There are several medical conditions which can cause chronic achilles tendonitis, especially those associated with the hla-b27 gene. The rheumatologist is the appropriate place to find out the cause.
Answered 2/15/2013
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Other suggestions: I have been dealing with this condition myself for over five years, which was refractory to stretches, anti-inflammatories, heel lifts, and eccentric strengthening. Newer treatments including ultrasounded guided tenotomy & prp really helped me. People are also now using stem cell treatments as well.
Answered 4/24/2015
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MRI: I suggest getting an MRI done to evaluate the extent of your inflammation, there might be partial tear in the tendon.
Answered 8/21/2014
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