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A member asked:
Is there better pain control than opioids for ankylosing spondylitis?
9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Treat the disease: Are you on medication that treats the underlying problem? Have you seen a rheum and discussed that with him or her. Opioids are not the best pain medications for an inflammatory disease process.
Answered 11/28/2017
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Indocin (indomethacin): Indocin (indomethacin) is the best to rx as. Has lots of side effects but if u r able. 2 tol nothing is better. U need high doses but is the best! check with ur pcp 2 b sure u r able 2 take it.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Tnf inhibitors: Tnf inhibitors are the best to prevent further damage and help reduce inflammation causing pain and stiffness.
Answered 5/14/2013
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