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Should i stop or reduce my arthritis medicine if covid is in my area? i'm still healthy, not infected, or at least i don't have any symptoms?
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No: Please don't stop any of your arthritis medications independently without discussion with your physician. If one was to become signficantly ill, this might be considered as part of treatment plan.
Answered 6/15/2020
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