Guest guest Posted May 23, 2010 Report Share Posted May 23, 2010 My doc doesn't like to give pain meds either, says it masks symptoms which can cause someone to injure themselves thinking their joints are in good shape. That we should work on the cause of the pain. I also found this argument in an arthritis self-management book I got from the arthritis foundation (it strongly advised against pain meds) so I am guessing it is a pretty common thought by rheumatologists. Not saying I agree or disagree, just putting it out there. My doc prefers to adjust the cocktail - my next step is either Enbrel or Humira. If anyone has any advice about either please share! beth in New York Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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