Think of me please

[Janet]

After many many months of putting up with knee pain, I have decided to have it checked out. I thought once that I started losing some weight, that it might ease up some, but it seems to be getting worse. My two uncles (passed now) on my mother's side had some knee problems and my older brother does too.

I'm finding it hard going up and down the steps in the bus, sitting down or getting up, just so painful. If I'm up walking and working around the house or yard, it seems fine, but if I stop to rest and during the night, I am in such pain. I've tried not to complain about it much here...I complain enough it seems, but if you could all think of me tomorrow morning I would appreciate it.

I will be going to my Dr. at 9:40 AM and see what he has to say. I've tried ibuprofen and it does help some, but I feel it's actually just covering up what is wrong. I hope it's nothing serious and that there is something that can be done. Sometimes it is almost unbearable.

[katcarasella]

Oh Janet, I'm so sorry. I'll definately keep you in my prayers.
Hopefully it will be RLS and they'll be able to give you meds for that, I'll keep my fingers crossed and pray for the best. to you.

[DianaB]

Janet, I knew that you mentioned that you had knee problems but I didn't realize that they were bothering you that much. Probably all the cleaning and stuff that you've done have bothered them. You're going to have to let us know what you find out at the doctor. I take Piroxicam every night for arthritis. It's not very expensive and it does help.

[Janet]

Originally Posted by DianaB

Janet, I knew that you mentioned that you had knee problems but I didn't realize that they were bothering you that much. Probably all the cleaning and stuff that you've done have bothered them. You're going to have to let us know what you find out at the doctor. I take Piroxicam every night for arthritis. It's not very expensive and it does help.

You're right Diana..they had always hurt, but this cleaning and garage sale has really made it hurt worse. Sometimes I'll go to get up and the pain will literally take my breath away. I've been told it's probably arthritis by a few people. Hooefully whatever it is can be fixed.

I'm not worried about the expense, I have been very blessed to have excellent insurance coverage.

[Tink]

Janet, I have arthritis and if that's what it is, there are some excellent medications for it. Arthritis is not only painful, it destroys the joint if you don't treat it... so I'm glad you're getting it checked.

I have mine in my hands, one knee and lower spine. The WORST thing I can do is to pamper it. My parents families both have it, so I figure in my case it's genetic too. Just a word of warning... do NOT let them put a needle into your knee to check fluid without numbing it or knocking you out. I did that and literally flew off the table screaming. It was worse than any of my natural childbirths.

[Forgivenmom5]

I am glad you are getting it checked Janet. Hope it is something easily controlled.