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How Can Severe Osteoarthritis Be Treated?

I m Leslie have had severe oa for 10yrs I m 61 left handed I ve had a fusion 2007 to left thumb mcp joint do to Crush inj and dislocation I have nodes of all dip joints now have a collapsed dip joint with detached tendon I m in continuos pain the tip has a 20 percent lag and am awaiting fusion surg the pains making me crazy my feet are just as bad I m not taking nsaids do to it raises my bp and I retain fluids. I ve been proactive follow all orders my hand surgeon, won t controll the pain. Any suggestions
Wed, 5 Sep 2018
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Hi,

You can take analgesics like Tramadol for pain.

Tramadol is not an NSAID and is quite safe and you can take it without any concerns.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
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How Can Severe Osteoarthritis Be Treated?

Hi, You can take analgesics like Tramadol for pain. Tramadol is not an NSAID and is quite safe and you can take it without any concerns. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.