Knee effusion in rheumatoid arthritis
Disease description:
I am 49 years old and was recently diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis. My condition improved after treatment, but recently I've developed fluid accumulation in my knee. I would like to know what should be done about knee effusion caused by rheumatoid arthritis.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Aihua
For knee effusion caused by rheumatoid arthritis, treatment generally includes medications such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), steroid anti-inflammatory drugs, and corticosteroids. Rheumatoid arthritis is a common condition in rheumatology, with synovitis as its fundamental pathological basis. If necessary, patients may consider local intra-articular injections of corticosteroids or biologic agents. In daily life, patients should pay attention to dietary control, appropriately consume calcium-rich foods, and reduce the frequency of joint pain episodes.
