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Suggest Remedy To Avoid Deformation Of Fingers In Case Of Arthritis

I come from a family with a history of arthritis, my mother had very severe rheumatoid arthritis, I also have arthritis and have pretty severe nodules on two fingers . My question is how do I stop my remaining fingers from becoming so deformed or how do I explain to a doctor that Im not pill hunting but that I know what helps on the painful days and it has been a pretty painful road
Mon, 8 Jun 2015
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Hello, thanks for writing in.
It is the inflammation, erosion and cartilage damage that lead to joint deformities in rheumatoid arthritis. Hence, Anti-inflammatory, pain-killers are necessary to overcome periods of pain and keep the inflammation under control.
Certain non-surgical measures such as occupational and physical therapy are alsoavailable which can increase flexibility and ease pain.
I would recommend you have a discussion with your doctor, to use a multi-faceted approach as it is a long-term treatment that we are looking at.
Hope this is helpful.
All the best.
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Suggest Remedy To Avoid Deformation Of Fingers In Case Of Arthritis

Hello, thanks for writing in. It is the inflammation, erosion and cartilage damage that lead to joint deformities in rheumatoid arthritis. Hence, Anti-inflammatory, pain-killers are necessary to overcome periods of pain and keep the inflammation under control. Certain non-surgical measures such as occupational and physical therapy are alsoavailable which can increase flexibility and ease pain. I would recommend you have a discussion with your doctor, to use a multi-faceted approach as it is a long-term treatment that we are looking at. Hope this is helpful. All the best.