Posted by Glydin on March 27, 2006, at 22:06:27
In reply to creaky joints, popping knees, how is OA diagnosed?, posted by mike99 on March 22, 2006, at 18:15:28
> If I insist on an x-ray would this tell me definitely one way or another if arthritis is present?
>Osteoarthritis can be diagnosed with a X Ray to the degree if one can see joint degenerative changes on the X Ray. OA, as the “wear and tear” type of arthritis, will sometimes show as a wearing within the joint and sometimes, bone spurring. Given your age, unless you have an injury to a joint that might have caused OA… you’re a bit young for the OA form. RA could be a possibility but pain would be a hallmark and primary symptom.
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