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How To Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis?

hi my name is monique,i am a single mother of 3 children under 5,i am 27 years old,i have been diagnosed with fybromalgia,but i believe along with that i have rheumatoid arthritis and a slow thyroid,the doctor has only diagnosed fybromalgia,my doctor is not listening,i see a physiotherapist,but i dont kno who else too turn too,my dla claim was unsuccesful,due to doctors report,he says its just fybromalgia,as he claims that all my bloods came back with no abnormalities,i have been suffering for 3 years,my condition is dehabilitating me,makin even the slightest of chores a big task,please help me or give me some advice who i should refer too for a second opinion for the sake of my 3 small children,through the state of my condition,i have recently been appointed too a social worker for the welfare of my kids,as my health visitor has realised a significant change,in my apperrance,mood etc,please help me thanks ,monique
Mon, 8 Dec 2014
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Orthopaedic Surgeon 's  Response
Hello,

I have studied your case.

Fibromyalgia can not be totally cured, you can only minimise symptoms by taking various medications. As you can take amitryptiline and duloxetin or you can start Lyrica (pregabalin) consulting you’re treating doctor.

Exercises and stretches plays important role in maintaining symptoms of fibromyalgia

Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises.

A holistic approach is required, which includes exercises, meditation, SKY and acupuncture along with healthy diet and herbs.

When patients like you come to our hospital I advise them blood test like RA factor, ACCP, ESR, complete blood count, HLA B27 to rule out arthritis.

Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries.

Wishing you good health.

Take care.
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How To Treat Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Hello, I have studied your case. Fibromyalgia can not be totally cured, you can only minimise symptoms by taking various medications. As you can take amitryptiline and duloxetin or you can start Lyrica (pregabalin) consulting you’re treating doctor. Exercises and stretches plays important role in maintaining symptoms of fibromyalgia Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises. A holistic approach is required, which includes exercises, meditation, SKY and acupuncture along with healthy diet and herbs. When patients like you come to our hospital I advise them blood test like RA factor, ACCP, ESR, complete blood count, HLA B27 to rule out arthritis. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. Wishing you good health. Take care.