Guest guest Posted January 12, 2005 Report Share Posted January 12, 2005 Hello everyone! I am new to the group. I am a 30 year old mother of two who has had RA for 13 years. I feel like I have been on everything and still take everything. Anyway, I have no cartilage left in either knee, and have had synovectomies and debridement surgeries. It has been at least 2 years since my knee pain has allowed me to sleep the entire night. I need knee replacments but am in a bit of a predicament due to my age. They wont last long enough for me (probably). I am looking for advice. I cant stand the pain, but worry that the replacements will be more trouble than they are worth. If anyone has had a similar situation, anyone that could give advice as to if I should hold out or not, I would appreciate it. My rheumatologist and surgeon both agree that I need them but are in the same dilemma because of my age and desired activity level. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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