Question 1

My grandmother has knee pain with some swelling and was told her synovial membrane is thinning. She's struggling to walk and can't get knee replacement surgery because she's diabetic. She's at a normal weight could you suggest a safe pain reliever with anti-inflammatory effects that works with olmesartan medoxomil?

Accepted Answer

ortho opinion is advised

Question 2

I'm currently taking Sompraz 40, Actapro 100 mg, and Telma H 40 for my health conditions, and I recently found out that my ESR level is 22. I'm kind of worriedcould these medications be affecting my ESR readings?

Accepted Answer

The medications you're taking do not directly affect your ESR reading.
If you're concerned about an elevated ESR or related symptoms (such as fever, unexplained weight loss, joint pain, etc.), it would be best to discuss this with your healthcare provider. They can assess the root cause of your symptoms and whether further testing or adjustments to your treatment plan are necessary.

Question 3

My mom has ortho arthritis and the doctor mentioned injections as an alternative to knee replacement. Are these injections actually effective and do they come with any side effects? I'm worried about how safe they are for her.

Accepted Answer

Injections like corticosteroid and hyaluronic acid (HA) injections can be effective alternatives to knee replacement for some individuals with osteoarthritis, providing temporary pain relief and potentially delaying the need for surgery. However, they may not be a long-term solution, and side effects can occur, particularly with repeated injections.

So I've been taking zyloric for my uric acid because my levels were pretty high when tested. I've got gout on my toe, and it's been really painful. I'm wondering, what medicine should I take for gout? How long does it usually take for it to get better and feel normal again?

YES continue the medicine,it takes time to heal follow your physicians advice.

More Rheumatology Health Queries

I'm currently taking Sompraz 40, Actapro 100 mg, and Telma H 40 for my health conditions, and I recently found out that my ESR level is 22. I'm kind of worriedcould these medications be affecting my ESR readings?

My mom has ortho arthritis and the doctor mentioned injections as an alternative to knee replacement. Are these injections actually effective and do they come with any side effects? I'm worried about how safe they are for her.

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