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steoarthritis There is no cure, treatments are therefore aimed at relieving pain. The doctor usually prescribed an analgesic, such as paracetamol, and an anti-inflammatory, an NSAID or an anti-COX-2.
Appeared recently, anti-COX-2 are better tolerated by the stomach and reduce the risk of side effects such as ulcers. In the presence of a limited number of joints affected and easily accessible, the doctor may inject an anti-inflammatory in the joint.
Generally, derivatives of cortisone, glucocorticoids are used. A maximum of three injections in the same articulation can be achieved in one year. New injectables, based on hyaluronic acid, have recently made their appearance and seem promising.
The physiotherapy or an exercise program are also often recommended.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
It is important to quickly diagnose and adequately treat this form of arthritis to maintain joint function and to prevent deformities.
In addition to anti-inflammatory - the same as those used in osteoarthritis - the doctor prescribes a slow-acting agent.
These products, oral pills or injections, slow the development of rheumatoid arthritis and get even, in some cases, eliminate it completely.
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