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How Long Should Antibiotics Be Taken For Arthritis?
I did blood test of arthritis ra mildly positive. I m 30 yrs old. I consulted doctor also. They given tablets. Sazz, hcqs, Etova er 400, calten d, these tablets I m taking from 3 month. I want to continue these tablets? r once again I want to meet doctor? Doctor told avoid pregnancy
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Fri, 5 Aug 2016
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Hello,
Antibiotics are generally not indicated for arthritis, it is only required in case of acute flare-ups.
You can take anti-inflammatory drugs instead.
Consult a rheumatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
Antibiotics are generally not indicated for arthritis, it is only required in case of acute flare-ups.
You can take anti-inflammatory drugs instead.
Consult a rheumatologist and get evaluated.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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