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What Does Mild To Moderate, Degenerative Naturopathy Of Both Joints Mean?

What do they mean when they say I have on MRI , mild to moderate, degenerative naturopathy of both joints? I am 69years old, African American female. Currently I am in tremendous discomfort and am using a cane for the last 10 weeks. On pre dnisone, tapering dose gabapenti n. Is this pain forever?
Sat, 1 Sep 2018
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These are age related changes.

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What Does Mild To Moderate, Degenerative Naturopathy Of Both Joints Mean?

Hi, These are age related changes. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.