Maybe RA says the doc.... - Arthritis Message Board

07-18-2002, 08:05 PM

Hi everyone,
I am 22 and my doc thinks I have RA. I am going in Monday for blood work. I have pain in my hands, neck, hips, groin, and many problems in my back. Isn't this strange for me to only be 22? ANy helpful insight you might have I would greatly appreciate. Thank you

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-Alison
DDD widespread, several disc hernations mostly L4,L5-S1 region, canal too small, nerve root clump, and multiple dehydrated disc.And new neck problems. Had ESI's and therapy, Have not had surgery yet.

MegHurts · 08-07-2002, 12:35 PM

Alison,

Was wondering how your doctors appointment went and if you were diagnosed with RA or something else. I go tomorrow for my diagnosis and am starting to get more and more nervous. I hope all is well with you and that you are starting to feel better with medicine or something. Let us know how you are doing!

Meg

Angela74 · 08-07-2002, 02:05 PM

No, 22 is not an uncommon age for RA. As a matter of fact RA knows no boundaries. Its pretty much a free for all. Women are more likely to get it then men but as far as age you could be 9 or 90 and get RA.

I hope that you get your answers quickly and are pain free soon! There seem to be a lot of us 20 somethings on here lately...too sad!

Hang in there and let us know if you have any questions!

Angela