What to do if rheumatoid arthritis doesn't heal on its own

Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic autoimmune disease with erosive and symmetrical polyarthritis as the main clinical manifestation. If the patient does not recover from the disease on its own, it is necessary to go to the hospital in time for general treatment and medication under the guidance of a doctor.

1. General treatment

1. Pay attention to rest: Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory reaction, which can easily lead to pain and swelling in the joints, and will also be accompanied by morning stiffness. In daily life, we should pay attention to bed rest and avoid strenuous exercise, so as not to aggravate the condition.

2. Diet: You can eat fresh fruits and vegetables, such as apples, tomatoes, etc., which can supplement the vitamin C needed by the body and is conducive to good health.At the same time, you can also eat more foods with high calcium content, such as milk, shrimp skin, etc., which can promote bone growth and development.

2. Medication

If the patient's symptoms are severe and cannot be improved by the above methods, they need to be treated with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen extended-release capsules and diclofenac sodium extended-release tablets according to the doctor's instructions, which can play a role in relieving pain. If necessary, methotrexate tablets, leflunomide tablets and other drugs can also be used for treatment according to the doctor's instructions, which can inhibit the synthesis of tumor necrosis factor in the body, so as to achieve the purpose of controlling the disease.

In addition, it is also necessary to go to the hospital regularly for follow-up check-ups and keep an eye on the latest status of the disease. If there is obvious discomfort during the period, it is necessary to seek medical attention in time to avoid delaying the condition.