Question 1

Hello Doctor, I am a 24 year old male experiencing persistent knee pain along with occasional hip discomfort. I initially consulted an orthopedic doctor who advised me to do exercises, but there was no improvement. I then visited a rheumatologist who prescribed SAAZ 1000 mg, Zycel 200 mg, and administered a Solumedrol injection. The pain subsided for a while, but after about a month, it returned. I had stopped all medications by then and went back to an orthopaedic doctor, who prescribed Mexate 7.5 mg once a week. My blood test showed that HLA B27 is positive, but all other parameters were within the normal range. I am now confused about whether this is spondyloarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. Additionally, I have a personal concern, I masturbate daily, and I would like to know if this could have any effect on my joint or knee pain.

Question 2

I was found HLA B27 positive last week. I have been experiencing back pain for one year and cramps in both legs. My doctor (MD, BAMS) prescribed the following medicines:
Rabewal LSR (rabeprazole sodium 20 mg, levosulpiride 75 mg) BD before meals
Saaz (sulfasalazine USP 500 mg) BD
Gabaxon (methylcobalamin 500 mcg, gabapentin 300 mg) Half tablet BD
Soft P (nimesulide 100 mg, paracetamol 325 mg) BD
Wysolone (prednisolone 5 mg) BD
Lasilactone (furosemide 20 mg, spironolactone 50 mg) Half tablet OD
Is this the correct treatment for my condition?

Question 3

I have been experiencing joint pain in all my joints for the past 18 months. All my blood and urine test results have come back normal. In addition, I have been having abdominal and lower back pain for the last 6 months. What could be the possible cause?

Hi, I am Saket Kumar, 32 years old. My HLA B27 test is positive. I am not facing any problems if I exercise daily, but due to discontinuing exercise, I am suffering from heaviness in the lower part of my knee and feeling tired. Please give me advice for treatment?

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I have been experiencing joint pain in all my joints for the past 18 months. All my blood and urine test results have come back normal. In addition, I have been having abdominal and lower back pain for the last 6 months. What could be the possible cause?