Patient's question:
The neighbor has never paid much attention to their health since they were young. After giving birth to a child, they went out to play. As a result, they caught a cold and developed rheumatism. In their old age, their joints became extremely painful, especially their legs, making it very difficult for them to walk. They visited major hospitals, but nothing helped. How should rheumatism be treated?Doctor's answer:
Rheumatic diseases are conditions that affect the immune system and are also chronic diseases. If you suffer from rheumatic diseases, there is no specific medicine for treatment. Western medicine primarily uses corticosteroid drugs for treatment, while traditional Chinese medicine can treat according to the type and syndrome differentiation. Therefore, a comprehensive evaluation of treatment is necessary by combining both Western and traditional Chinese medicine. Avoid getting wet or exposed to dampness in daily life. Intravenous infusion treatment can be more effective, but it only provides temporary relief.