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Hello. my father 70yo with osteo arthritis. what other options does he have if he has chronic kidney disease who can't tak nsaids with cox-2 inhibor

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Dr. Richard Horak ii answered

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OA: You could always try glucosamine as a supplement. As a lost resort, one can use narcotic medications. The ultimate treatment is knee replacement.

Answered 11/25/2016

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A member asked:

Hello. my father 70yo with osteo arthritis. what other options does he have if he has chronic kidney disease who can't tak nsaids with cox-2 inhibor

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Richard Horak ii answered

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