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If prednisone 20mg daily does not work is appropriate next step to start 500mg naproxen 2x daily and mri for severe joint pain/morning stiffness?
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See below: Not Really ! If you're having multiple joint arthralgias a thorough workup usually is preferred with a rheumatologist and there's new medication that should control your symptoms. Good luck thank you
Answered 3/24/2015
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