Guest guest Posted October 5, 2004 Report Share Posted October 5, 2004 I'm new to the group and just being diagnosed. My PCP told me I have arthritis and ordered an arthritis panel, along with some other labs. The nurse just called and said that my RH factor is elevated and I was sort of stunned and didn't ask the questions that are coming to me now. Is it likely that I do have rheumatoid arthritis? I have pain in lots of joints bilaterally... mostly my knees, hips and neck and shoulders, but i have pain in my hands, wrists, ankles, etc. From what I've been reading, I think I have RA. I know my PCP will be slow to diagnose it because he is very conservative. Should I see a rheumatologist? The nurse just said that I have some inflammation going on and to keep taking my celebrex. Thanks for any opinions/info! Darlene in Ohio Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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