Why does my arthritis flare up during my period?
I have the beginning of degenerative disc disease aka arthritis in my mid back. It always hurts but right before and during my menstrual cycle alot worse than normal. And the anti-inflammitories really don't help because the pain is so bad. Does anyone know why this is?
Can rheumatoid arthritis pain follow my menstrual cycle?
I have rheumatoid arthritis and celiac disease. I've noticed the joint pain is so much worse right before my menstrual cycle. Has anyone else experienced this? I assume it's from the changing hormone levels. I have little to no pain during the rest of the month.
My doctor says there should be no relation, but it occurs every month like clockwork. He's referring me to a rheumatologist, but I still think there is a link here.