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BH2 - 13 Nov 2005 23:17 GMT

G'day,
this is the first time I have found a newsgroup that deals with arthritis,
found alot of the articles interesting and puts perpective on it. What I
would like to know are there any natural subsatnces that assisst with the
management of arthritis, and do they work. I take Vegetarian( I also get
Gout) glucosamine HCI 1500mg daily don't rally know if it works, but have
heard a lot about natural food suck as Celery, what's your thoughts on this
and advice. I do appreciated any advice direction you can help me with

As the strine goes: http://www.koalanet.com.au/australian-slang.html#
http://www.geocities.com/SouthBeach/Breakers/8092/aussie.htm
No worries, she'll be apples
Regards
Bob

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Smokie Darling (Annie) - 14 Nov 2005 00:15 GMT

> G'day,
> this is the first time I have found a newsgroup that deals with arthritis,
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> Regards
> Bob

Hey Bob,

First advice would be, have you been seen by a rheumatologist, or do
you know that you have osteo-arthritis only? There are many different
forms of arthritis, and just as many treatments and options.

I have Rheumatoid Arthritis as well as osteo-arthritis in a couple of
joints. For my own case, I have found that avoiding "bad"
carbohydrates (white flour, sugar, potatoes - though not sweet potatoes
[yams]) seems to help keep my flares under some semblance of control.
I tried Chondroiton/Glucosamine/MSM combo pill for 6 months, and didn't
notice any improvement (my mother-in-law swears by CGM, she's got osteo
only).

I'm also on medication, and we are going to change the one I have been
using (Rituxan-Rituximab). Seems I'm allergic to it, as I developed
systemic hives after the second treatment. I'm on hydrocortisone,
which appears to be working as well as Prednisone without the side
effects, and various pain medication. I also take Enbrel, which gives
me about 36 hours of relief, which is better than nothing.

I hope others come along (they will, it's a pretty nice group) to give
you their input. Most will ask if you've been diagnosed by a
physician, but only because none of us are doctors (I believe). Be
well.

Smokie Darling (Annie)

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BH2 - 14 Nov 2005 00:30 GMT

Thanks Smokie Darling,
I had a knee operation around 4 years ago, and as part of the op they take
photo's to show what the problem was and what they did, whilst showing me
the photo's the orthopaedic surgeon said, "welcome to the club', he pointed
out a area of my knee with a dark shadow on it and told me it was
arthritis. Since then I have developed Gouty arthritis, for which the Doc
put me on allupurinol daily. Last time I went to the Doc I told him that my
knuckles on both hands have started to enlarge, also ache, he looked and
examined them and just said keep an eye on them and if any problems get back
to him. I will though after the Christmas Holidays ( a month in the USA).
I do appreciate the reply, and wish you all the very best
Regards
Bob

>> G'day,
>> this is the first time I have found a newsgroup that deals with
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>
> Smokie Darling (Annie)

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Cooly - 14 Nov 2005 02:52 GMT

Last time I went to the Doc I told him that my

> knuckles on both hands have started to enlarge, also ache, he looked and
> examined them and just said keep an eye on them and if any problems get back
> to him. I will though after the Christmas Holidays ( a month in the USA).

This statement makes it sound like you might have some type of
inflammatory arthritis. Bilateral pain is a sign of that in many cases.
As Smokey told you, get to a rheumatologist as soon as possible.
Every day can be important. Here's a website put up by a rheumatoligist
where you can find info on all types of arthritis.

http://www.arthritis.co.za/

Good Luck,
Cooly

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Susan Minto - 14 Nov 2005 02:59 GMT

Hi from a fellow aussie, your doctor should be able to do some blood test to
tell you exactly what type of arthritis you have and regarding the aching
hands and knuckles don't wait you should be seeing a specialist not if you
have more problems get back to him. The waiting list for some Rheumatologist
is months you need to get onto a list now. For some reason aussie doctors
have it in there head that they can do more for you than a Rheumatologist
but let me tell you they know nothing compared to the specialist.
You will need to find one in your area then give the name and address to
your doctor and ask for a referral.
Susan
(I have RA)

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BH2 - 14 Nov 2005 12:19 GMT

Thanks Guys for the advice, I will got and see my Doc and get him to send me
for some tests, will let you know what happens
thanks for your help, and wish you all the best, thanks Sue
Regards
Bob

> Hi from a fellow aussie, your doctor should be able to do some blood test
> to tell you exactly what type of arthritis you have and regarding the
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> Susan
> (I have RA)

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Susan Minto - 15 Nov 2005 02:00 GMT

Hi Bob
I see a Rheumatologist in Melb, if you are in Victoria I can give you his
name and number.
Sue

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BH2 - 15 Nov 2005 09:34 GMT

Thanks Sue,
I am in Perth, and have made an appointment to see the Doc tomorrow, will
let you all know how I get on, be careful out there
Regards
Bob

> Hi Bob
> I see a Rheumatologist in Melb, if you are in Victoria I can give you his
> name and number.
> Sue

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Susan Minto - 21 Nov 2005 01:16 GMT

Hi Bob,
How did the doctors appointment go?
Sue

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spodosaurus - 14 Nov 2005 13:27 GMT

> G'day,
> this is the first time I have found a newsgroup that deals with arthritis,
> found alot of the articles interesting and puts perpective on it. What I
> would like to know are there any natural subsatnces that assisst with the
> management of arthritis, and do they work. I take Vegetarian( I also get
> Gout) glucosamine HCI

That'd be HCl, or hydrochloride, not HCI, which would be an iodised
hydrocarbon :-)

There's some evidence that fish oil helps reduce inflamation.

Cheers,

Ari

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vickie b. - 14 Nov 2005 13:32 GMT

Welcome to the group! I'm sorry that you had to find us! These folks
have a wealth of information on just about everything.

Take care,

Vickie B.

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Squirrely - 17 Nov 2005 06:57 GMT

I am sorry you have to be here, but glad to meet you.

Thanks for the urls.

I hope you get help and that things go well for you.

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Love and hugs to all
Good thoughts coming your way too.

Squirrely Jo

> G'day,
> this is the first time I have found a newsgroup that deals with arthritis,
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> Regards
> Bob

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