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Is it possible for the same person to have both osteo and rheumatoid arthritis together?
I was diagnosed with osteo years ago, but lately I've had severe swelling in my ankles and knees, with fluid retention, I thougt that was only with rheumatoid.
8 Answers
- ~RedBird~Lv 71 decade agoFavorite Answer
Yes, it's possible. Osteoporosis is a weakening of the bones, not just the joints. It is possible to have both conditions at the same time. My husband has severe osteoporosis AND ankylosing spondylitis, a disease that's somewhat similar to rheumatoid arthritis.
It is possible that the swelling in your knees and ankles is arthritis, not rheumatoid arthritis. In any case, ask your doctor to refer you to a rheumatologist to get checked out.
- ?Lv 45 years ago
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Like a magic wand was waived, you'd be able to jump up from your chair and run around the room like a kid.
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I know this sounds impossible right now, but bear with me, because sometimes miracles happen.
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Osteoarthritis involves mostly weight bearing joints such as knees/hip. It can happend on one side only. It is a cause of degenation of lig./tendons supporting our joints. On the other hand rheumatoid arthritis usually involves joints in our hands and involve bilateral area. You should also undergo several laboratory test if you want to rule out RA. Another visit to your doctor wont hurt.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
Yes; they're two different disease processes, and not necessarily mutually exclusive. Since it sounds like your symptoms have changed in recent months, it's a good idea to talk with your doctor; treatment for the two types of arthritis can be very different.
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- ?Lv 45 years ago
If you love this person to the fullest it really wouldn't matter what health issues they have. If you are not willing to be able to put up with this then you better ask yourself if you want to marry this person or not.
- Anonymous1 decade ago
Yes, we have treated such patient. RA disappeared but not the OA.
There is no medicine for almost all painful diseases. Hence they become chronic.
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- Anonymous1 decade ago
see your dr it is possible for you to have them both
