Posts tagged Doctor
What Kind Of Doctor Should I See For Hip Joint Pain?
Feb 12th
For at least a year now, I have been getting this nagging, fatigue, burning feeling from my left hip joint. Sometimes for comfort and temporary relief, I try to stretch it out and pop it. But the pain comes after standing for a long time. I’m not an athelete, but I jog on a treadmill on occassions.
How Long Do I Wait Before Asking My Doctor About Prednisone-related Joint Pain?
Feb 2nd
I have been on prednisone for 9 days for an allergic reaction to an antibiotic. I have three more days at the lowest dose (10 mg). Today I have been experiencing increasing joing pain in my hands, wrists, and fingers. I don’t want to overreact — is this normal? Will it get better in a day or two, or do I need to contact my doctor now? Everything I’ve read about joint pain has to do with long-term prednisone usage, not a short course like mine.
What Is A Joint Pain Specialist Called? I Know The Doctor Said Something About Skeleto?
Dec 10th
I have had chronic severe hip, back and joint pain for the last 9 months and the doctor has referred me to a hospital specialist for treatment, injections, MRI …? Can anyone tell me the title of this kind of specialist as I need it to fill in a DLA form? I know it was quite a long name and included something like skeleto?
