Is bursitis a form of arthritis?

Hey, don't worry, bursitis is actually inflammation of the cushioning sacs near your joints, not direct wear and tear of the joint like arthritis. My mom had this in her shoulder last year. Resting the arm and doing mild stretches helped her a lot, but do get a doctor to check it first.

The pain from joint inflammation can be so frustrating and draining, I completely understand what you are going through. It is not exactly arthritis, but the throbbing ache feels just as bad and makes daily work impossible. Please don't suffer silently, reach out to a doctor for a proper diagnosis.

No, bursitis is different, but high blood sugar can sometimes delay the healing of any inflammation in the body. If you are diabetic, keep your sugar levels strictly under control because high levels can worsen joint and tissue pain. Do consult your orthopaedic doctor.

It is different from arthritis, but any persistent pain should not be ignored. When I had severe joint issues, my doctor made me realize how physical pain can also raise blood pressure. Go for a routine checkup and get your uric acid and BP checked along with this pain.