Patient's question:
My mother-in-law suffers from rheumatoid arthritis, and she has had it for many years. Every time it's overcast or snowing, her legs hurt so much that she can't walk. Now, the more painful it gets, the less she dares to move. She's on the verge of breaking down. It's said that traditional Chinese medicine can treat rheumatoid arthritis. How can you achieve the best effect with it?Doctor's answer:
Rheumatism is a general term for rheumatic diseases, including many conditions such as rheumatic fever, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, and lupus arthritis. Most of these diseases currently cannot heal on their own. The common treatment approach involves the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs for treatment. Different conditions may require other specific treatment methods. Traditional Chinese medicine has many advantages in treating rheumatic diseases. It is recommended to seek medical attention for a clear diagnosis and then adopt a combination of traditional Chinese and Western medicine for treatment.