Inflammatory arthritis pain happens when there is swelling in the joints. This swelling is caused by the immune system acting inappropriately. Some common types of inflammatory arthritis include rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis.
People often feel more pain after resting for a long time or first thing in the morning. The good news is that the pain usually gets better with movement. This kind of pain is often accompanied by swelling and a feeling of "bogginess" in the affected joints, which is caused by extra fluid from the inflammation. This type of pain is called "inflammatory pain."
When doctors see these symptoms, they try to see patients as soon as possible. However, there might be a wait because there are many patients and not enough rheumatologists to see them all.
If you’re dealing with this pain, your general practitioner (GP) is your best resource. They can help with advice and suggest treatments like anti-inflammatory medicines, short courses of prednisolone (a type of steroid), or even steroid injections for the most painful joints. If your condition is serious, your GP can also help you get an appointment with a Juno Rheumatologist Specialist so we can help you get on top of your pain management quickly.
 | Associate Professor Sally AyoubFRACP (Rheumatology), MBBS (Hons)RheumatologistSally is a senior rheumatologist at Monash Health. She has held significant leadership and educational roles within Monash Health and Monash University. She is passionate about patient care and works with her patients to achieve the best outcome for them regardless of their diagnosis. |