arthritis
by Terri
(Colorado)
At the exact same time as my hot flashes started, I woke up one morning and couldn't move my hands.
My hands and feet were swollen and sore. I couldn't move my fingers, my hands felt tight with fluid buildup - it wasn't so much that it could be seen, but I could feel it, my feet were curled up and the soles of my feet hurt like crazy.
Also, at the same time, I have what seems to me an overuse injury from my right wrist to my elbow. I get shooting and burning pain down the side of my arm. I am also noticing much more joint pain in my shoulders, neck, knees, and ankles.
The nurse practitioner in the neurology office said that it's more than likely arthritis and not connected with my Parkinson's disease. No meds given, I was told to watch it and if it doesn't go away, tell the neurologist on my next visit.
The nurse practitioner in the family clinic said that it is most likely arthritis. She said she had no idea why it would start at the same time as my hot flashes. She has never heard of this being connected with a hysterectomy or menopause. I was told to take Aleve morning and evening. It doesn't do a thing.
At this point, three months later, my hands are no better than they were. They are worse in the morning or after I nap, but the swelling and pain never goes away completely.
Is this connected with menopause? What do I do now? What questions do I ask? Any thoughts would be helpful!!
Thanks,
Terri
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Answer to Sore Joints
by Your Expert!
(Canada)
Hi Terri
from Your Expert at Menopause Naturally.
You aren't alone! Many perimenopausal or menopausal women experience joint pain especially in the hip and shoulder joints. Sometimes this pain is associated with a decrease in range of motion as well.
The best thing you can do is to keep moving. I know that sounds rough right now but it's really important to keep your joints mobile.
As we enter menopause lubrication can become an issue in our joints as well as other areas. By moving you keep things limber and well-oiled!
Over time cartilage in joints can become worn out. Supplying your joints with the right nourishment is paramount.
Glucosamine and MSN are supplements that help maintain good joint health as well as
Pharmaceutical Grade fish oil which can help with inflammation.
Turmeric, a powerful antioxidant can also help with inflammation and the development of damaging free radicals.
After a hysterectomy your body is forced into menopause. This could be why the painful joints cropped up so quickly. Your estrogen levels went down dramatically and estrogen helps keep things lubricated and bones strong.
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Painful joints since hysterectomy
by Sherri
(Los Angeles, Ca)
After my complete hysterectomy in Dec 08, I developed sore joints within 2 months of surgery. Taking HRT helped, but at 45 years old on some days I feel 85. My joints hurt and become even more sore after exercise.
I can't imagine what I will feel like in 10 years.
What can I do?
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sore joints
by Linda
(Melbourne, Victoria, Australia)
I had a total hysterectomy last May (both uterus and ovaries were removed).Since then I am having joints pain, starting with both my shoulders where I need a hand to remove my clothes. Now the shoulders seem back to normal or near normal, the little soreness left is tolarable. I think shoulder massages really help.
Now the soreness moved down to my fingers. I feel the worst in the morning as soon as I open my eyes my fingers are stiff and very sore to fold. The soreness stay with me all day and it slows any chores I am doing.
I am not sure who to approach for advise, a local GP or naturopath or others.
By the way I don't really get the "main" menopause symtems such as hot flushes. Might be due to my soy consumption for the last 10 years.
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