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I'm having quite a bit of problem right now with a couple of rheumatoid knots on my feet. what kinds of things can i do that will decrease inflammation. i've used pennsaid or rather diclofenac gel which initially did help quite a bit but now it's not help
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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. What you described is more suggestive of gout than rheumatoid arthritis. Wish you good health!
Answered 2/15/2020
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