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Arthritis sufferers: what medicine and/or topical cream, do you use for the pain? what should i do?
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Options: First, an evaluation by your physician will help you discover the severity of your arthritis. Based on severity, you can choose oral or topical medications. Most will start with nsaids like advil, (ibuprofen) alleve, or motrin. Depending on other medications you are taking, you doctor will decide what treatment is best for you.
Answered 11/29/2013
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