Question 1

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?

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

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.

My blood test report shows ASO 200, and my doctor has diagnosed me with arthritis. I would like to know if this condition can be cured, and what treatment or steps I should follow.

ASO 200 suggests recent streptococcal infection, which can trigger joint inflammation or rheumatic fever. This type of arthritis is usually treatable with antibiotics, anti inflammatory drugs, and follow up. Consult a rheumatologist for long term management if symptoms persist.

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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?