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Both my knees have arthritis, i have had cortisone and simvisc shits but i am still in pain. i tried diclofenac but that isn't helping.

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Dr. Ira Friedlander answered

Specializes in Cardiac Electrophysiology

Sounds like you: are heading for replacement surgery. Discus your concerns with your health care provider.

Answered 11/1/2017

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I have tried NSAIDS . Was previously on 800 mg ibuprofen 3x a day. Caused stomach issues. Was put on tramadol. No difference in pain despite taking it 4x a day. Have been given cortisone shots . Helps with pain for approx 2 weeks, then back to pain and discomfort. Pain scale varies between 4 to 7 on daily basis depending on activity. I need to lose weight but knee pain prevents me from vigirous exercise Arthritis?

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