Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
Reactive Arthritis, Knee Pain. Steroids Unable To Reduce Inflammation. Will Cortosteroids Be More Beneficial?
Considering a short course of cortosteroids to treat an episode of reactive arthritis that has lasted almost a year. The major joint impacted is the knee and injected steroids have not been effective in reducing the inflammation. Can this be effective in changing the trajectory of the immune system s reaction? What is the likelihood the relief will only be temporary?
Wed, 4 Jul 2012
Hello.
Thanks for writing to us.
Short copu7rse of steroids will help in reducing the local inflammation and will provide relief for few months. In addition, you can consider taking joint lubricants like glucosamine sulfate or chondroitin after consulting your orthopedician.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
Short copu7rse of steroids will help in reducing the local inflammation and will provide relief for few months. In addition, you can consider taking joint lubricants like glucosamine sulfate or chondroitin after consulting your orthopedician.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you.
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
I find this answer helpful
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Recent questions on Arthritis
Loading Online Doctors....