Does anyone else have osteoarthritis along with their RA? I just had my 3rd MRI and now it shows some osteoarthritis in one part of my thumb(at the base).
Bless all of y'all. I have RA, kidney transplant, hbp, OA.
Jaclyn5
On my MRI it shows osteophyte growth- a long word for bone spurs. Osteophytes are typically seen in osteoarthritis. I have pain throughout both hands so I can't really distinguish what is causing the pain. I did read that pain from osteo may act up more in the evening after all day use. The RA showed up as inflammation on the MRI and bone erosions. I basically have pain and a certain amount of stiffness in both hands all day
I also have both. Am in constant pain.
Yes. I have both, and it’s hard for me to know which one is acting up more on any given day. How can you tell if it’s RA or osteo?
Yes I do and it crazy when both of them flare same time. I actually have several different y types of arthritis. Have a good day