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I am taken hydroxxychloroquine in which it is working to keep the swellen down in my hands but i still have stiffness and pain in my joints?
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Joint pain: You ought to discuss this with your rheumatologist, it could be that it is not enough to control your symptoms and you may need additional medications to aid in controlling the pain and stiffness.
Answered 8/14/2013
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