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How To Get Rid Of The Pain In The Interphalangeal Joint?
Sir, I had Chikungunya 4rth of August 2011,fever has subsided.Skin rashes ,mostly were vasculitis with intense itching subsides with oral Prednisolone 30mg a day.But still I have pain and swelling in the interphalengeal joint ,perticularly the middle finger.I also can not clench my fist.I am taking Etorocoxib 90 mg /day since then. What should I do about this. YYYY@YYYY
Mon, 19 Oct 2020
Hello,
I would recommend taking Pregabalin for the pain. Another treatment option would be Duloxetine. You should discuss with your doctor on the above treatment options.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
I would recommend taking Pregabalin for the pain. Another treatment option would be Duloxetine. You should discuss with your doctor on the above treatment options.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Ilir Sharka, Cardiologist
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