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What to do about rheumatoid arthritis running in my family, i can't go a night without waking up from the pain in my shoulders. is there any medication that can help?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Be checked: Well, for one thing you could be checked to see if you have RA. If you do, there are medications that can help. I am also a firm believer in the antiinflammatory properties associated with a whole food type diet. Consider giving it a try and if it works you can recommend it to your family members.

Dr Juchau agreed

Answered 9/25/2014

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