What kind of injection is the swollen and painful rheumatoid knee, and can I get better?

Patients with rheumatoid arthritis who have knee pain can be treated with drugs such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and glucocorticoids as prescribed. If the disease is severe, surgery may be needed to relieve symptoms.

1. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs: such as diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets, ibuprofen capsules, etc., which have analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects, and are often used to improve mild to moderate inflammatory pain in clinical practice, such as pain and limited activity in the lower back and limbs caused by musculoskeletal system diseases;

2. Glucocorticoids: dexamethasone injection or prednisolone acetate injection are commonly used, which can play an immunosuppressive role, and also have anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects, which are usually suitable for severe acute lesions and those who are ineffective to the above two drugs, but it is necessary to pay attention to avoid long-term use of such drugs, so as not to cause adverse reactions;

3. Biological agents: For severe joint deformities or dysfunctions, artificial joint replacement and other methods can be considered to achieve the purpose of recovery, and at the same time, it can also be combined with methotrexate tablets, hydroxychloroquine sulfate tablets and other drugs for auxiliary treatment.

TCM physiotherapy can also be used to recuperate, such as hot compresses or massages, which can help to promote local blood circulation and reduce uncomfortable symptoms. In daily life, it is necessary to pay attention to warm measures to avoid aggravating the condition by cold. Try to eat light and easy-to-digest food, eat more fresh fruits and vegetables, and eat less spicy and greasy food.