Somatic Cell Treatment Of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Treatment
The treatment of rheumatoid arthritis involves medications and lifestyle changes.
General Guidelines for Drug Treatments
Many drugs are used for managing the pain and slowing the progression of rheumatoid arthritis, but none completely cure the disease. The goals of drug treatment for rheumatoid arthritis include:
- Reduce inflammation
- Prevent damage to the bones and ligaments of the joint
- Preserve movement
- Help the patient be as free from side effects as possible over the long term
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Rheumatoid arthritis
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