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How Can Arthritis Be Treated?

Hi, I have an old spinal injury that didn t bother me until I developed arthritis at age 45. I am now 68 and I can t get out of bed for work without starting my day with morphine medication. I have 2 minor children at home. I am the only means of support for my family of 4. I have been seeing a doctor for pain medication for over 10 years now. Mt arthritis has never been this bad. I am frustrated with my doctor because he will only prescribe oxycodone. It doesn t work well. I need morphine to function and be motivated to get out of bed. Will you help me please? My pain is becoming unbearable. YYYY@YYYY ...
Mon, 11 Jun 2018
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Oxycodone is pain revealing medicine acting on central nervous system. a narcotic, does not have effect on inflammation. So it forms just a symptomatic , habit forming effect. I feel you should consult a rhumatologist (joint specialist) ,& get advised for medicines affecting basic cause of your arthritis ( anti inflammatory drugs, steroids as per need & physiotherapy when pain is controlled. This should be supported by pain management by proper relaxation of body & mind - self suggestion for pain.

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How Can Arthritis Be Treated?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Oxycodone is pain revealing medicine acting on central nervous system. a narcotic, does not have effect on inflammation. So it forms just a symptomatic , habit forming effect. I feel you should consult a rhumatologist (joint specialist) ,& get advised for medicines affecting basic cause of your arthritis ( anti inflammatory drugs, steroids as per need & physiotherapy when pain is controlled. This should be supported by pain management by proper relaxation of body & mind - self suggestion for pain. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.