Is aspirin good for arthritis?
My joints are really stiff with arthritis, and sometimes the pain is quite severe. I've tried other medications, but my friend suggested aspirin. Is aspirin actually effective for arthritis pain?
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5 months ago
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Hey, don't stress too much about the joint stiffness, it is manageable! Aspirin can help reduce arthritis pain and swelling because it is an anti-inflammatory, but taking it daily can irritate your stomach. Talk to your doc so they can give you a safer long-term option.
6 months ago
It can give temporary relief, but for long-term arthritis, try consuming turmeric and ginger milk at night to reduce inflammation naturally. However, if your joints are very swollen, warm to touch, or you have high fever, please see a doctor immediately.
6 months ago
I know how terrifying it feels when your joints start hurting and you worry if it is going to get worse. Aspirin is a standard choice for arthritis pain, but please get a proper diagnosis first so you aren't constantly anxious about self-medicating.
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5 months ago
Aspirin helps with joint pain, but honestly, my knees hurt just from chasing my toddler around all day! It does the job of keeping the ache down, just remember to take it with food unless you want bad acidity to keep you awake too.
7 months ago
Look, aspirin will help reduce the arthritis pain and swelling, but it is not a permanent cure. Don't start popping it daily on your own because it thins your blood. Go to an orthopedic doctor and get a proper prescription.