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My mother is suffering rheumatoid arthritis. He has tried the triple combination of methotrexate + sulfasalazine+ hydrochloroquinine. But there is no relief from pain unless she takes tje ibrophine and corticosteroid which do not have good side effects. Our doctors here in afghanistan has suggested to visit your country. What do you suggest?
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Dear Mr. lybrate-user. Your mom is suffering from rheumatoid arthritis & she is on antirheumatics & steroids. To know the improvement in condition a few blood tests are required every 15 days which tell about drug adjustment & changes in medicines. Also conditions of joints are also important since damaged joint won't recover by medicines & they may require surgery or rehab. Also to treat osteoporosis since steroid causes osteoporosis. So all this is possible once you consult here in india.
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