Diagnosed with osteoarthritis in my knees a few years ago, but lately, I've been having some new stiffness and swelling in my hands, especially in the mornings. My friend said it sounds like rheumatoid arthritis. Can a person have both osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis at the same time?
5 months ago
Yes, you can have both at the same time. Please take care of your joints and follow your doctor's advice gently.
6 months ago
Yes, you can have both. Massaging with warm sesame oil and taking turmeric milk can help reduce the stiffness, but you must consult a rheumatologist for proper long-term treatment.
6 months ago
I was just reading about this on a health blog. Apparently, RA is an autoimmune issue, but the joint wear and tear from it can eventually lead to osteoarthritis in those same joints. It sounds quite tough.
6 months ago
Honestly, my knees don't care about the medical labels, they just love making clicking sounds at 3 AM. But yes, you can absolutely win the double lottery of having both types of arthritis together.
4 months ago
Yes, many of our senior group members manage both. We usually combine medical treatment with low-impact exercises like walking or swimming to keep the joints mobile without putting too much stress on them.
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