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My body joints are started to swell & lots of pain in winter. swelling & pain jumps from joint to joint. i'm on methotrexate. is there any better way?
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It depends: It depends on what type of autoimmune arthritis you have---talk to your doctor and see what treatment options you have.
Answered 4/25/2013
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