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Diagnosed w/ ra at 24. started treatments right away. now i'm 36 and in pain. rheumatologist increased my meds. will i become disabled early in life?
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Not necessarily! You: might some Orthopedic work if the pain meds do not work. A person with very bad RA or severe arthritic knee would benefit from Replacement surgery, but that isn't the only option. See an Orthopedist who is specially trained in Knee surgery as I am sure he'll have a few more options for you. Good Luck.
Answered 7/7/2014
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