Why does my knee hurt after drinking coffee?
Mar 03, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Lin Yunfei
Introduction
Knee pain after drinking coffee may be caused by physiological factors such as excessive consumption, or by pathological conditions such as osteoarthritis, synovitis, or gout. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and receive appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause. Specific analysis is as follows: In daily life, one should focus on getting adequate rest and ensuring sufficient sleep.
Knee pain after drinking coffee may be caused by physiological factors such as excessive consumption, or by pathological conditions such as osteoarthritis, synovitis, or gout. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and receive appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause. Specific analyses are as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
Coffee is a common beverage. Consuming too much in a short period may lead to caffeine stimulating the body, potentially causing calcium loss and resulting in knee pain. Reducing coffee intake is advised, which usually helps gradually relieve symptoms.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis may be caused by factors such as genetics or obesity. Coffee has certain stimulating properties that might exacerbate symptoms, leading to numbness in limbs, joint pain, and other discomforts. Patients can take medications such as celecoxib capsules, compound chondroitin sulfate tablets, or glucosamine hydrochloride capsules under medical guidance.
2. Synovitis
Synovitis may be related to bacterial infection or prolonged joint loading. Drinking coffee during illness may irritate the joints and worsen synovitis, causing joint pain and congestion. Patients may take ibuprofen sustained-release tablets, meloxicam tablets, or celecoxib capsules under a doctor’s supervision to alleviate symptoms.
3. Gout
Gout may result from improper diet, genetic factors, or other causes. Drinking coffee during an episode may increase purine and uric acid levels in the body, leading to symptoms such as joint pain and joint deformity. Patients can take colchicine tablets, benzbromarone tablets, or allopurinol tablets as directed by a physician.
In daily life, it is important to get adequate rest, ensure sufficient sleep, avoid staying up late, and engage appropriately in outdoor activities such as walking or calisthenics, which may aid recovery.
