I'm starting on HCQ 200mg every night for my knee joint pain, and I just wanted to know if there are any serious side effects I should be worried about. Can you tell me what to watch out for with this medication?

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Dr Ibrahim Salah

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My mom is 44 and was just diagnosed with thumb arthritis. I'm really worried and wanted to ask can this be cured for good without surgery? Are there any ayurvedic treatments that might help? What about non-ayurvedic options? Also, how long does it usually take to heal completely, and is there a chance it could come back later?

A detailed evaluation will help decide the best course of action.

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My ESR reading came back as 34 mmhour. I'm a bit worried about it. Is that something I should be concerned about at my age of 47? Could you give me some advice on how I might reduce it?

Patient is advised tab augmentin duo 625mg thrice daily, for 5 days, tab pan d,orally once daily for 14 days ,syrup sucralfate 10ml thrice daily for 14 days.Also avoid spicy and hot items is advised to the patient.

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I'm currently on Sazo 500, but I'm having really bad joint pain since starting it. What should I do? Could you recommend anything that might help with the pain?

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