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A member asked:
Otc meds for arthritis? not sure if its ra or not, gp says ibuprofen but i have rectal bleeding, doesn't sound like a good idea. any recommendations?
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Not really: All antiinflamatories have the same risks. Talk to your doctor again.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Anti-inflammatories: Consider purified omega, vitamin c, and possibly willow bark(the natural precursor to aspirin).
Answered 3/2/2013
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