2-MINUTE SELF-CHECK
Why Does My Pain Keep Coming Back?
Answer 7 quick questions about your joint pain. This isn’t a diagnosis — it’s a way to see whether your symptom pattern looks more like mechanical pain or autoimmune arthritis, so you know what to bring up with a doctor.
Question 1 of 7
Does joint stiffness in the morning (or after sitting still a while) last longer than 1 hour?
Are more than one joint affected, often on both sides of the body (e.g. both wrists or both knees)?
Does the pain or stiffness tend to improve, not worsen, as you move around during the day?
Along with the joint pain, have you noticed unusual fatigue or unexplained low fevers?
Have you noticed skin rashes, eye redness or pain, or mouth ulcers along with the joint symptoms?
Does anyone in your immediate family have an autoimmune condition (rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, thyroid disease)?
Has relief from painkillers, physiotherapy, or injections been temporary, with the problem returning within weeks or months?
This tool is for general education only and is not a diagnosis. Only a qualified doctor can diagnose arthritis. If you’re concerned about your symptoms, please book a consultation regardless of your result below.
