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RA Factor & CT Scan
Did CT scan , RA factor test & HLA B27 test as suggested by the doctor.
CT scan saying- Few anterior marginal
osteophytes arising from L2 and L3
vertebra
RA factor- 138.7 U/ml
Uric Acid-7.2 mg/dl
HLA B27- Negative
Symptoms- back stiffness (can't seat or stand
for too long), extreme fatigue especially in
limbs,whole day weakness, tingling sensation in hands & leg, gas,
heavy head feelings
(History- 2 years back, I lifted a heavy 25
kg bag of books in a quick jerk, i suddenly
felt blackout & weakness. Since then,the
symptoms are there.
Also, In 2018, diagnosed with Spine Tuberculosis, got treated with AKT-4 for 6 months)
What could be the possible problem?
(Reports attached)
Answers (3)
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This treatment is being suggested on bases of the information provided. However I would like to examine & investigate you in detail.
-Control Hypertension, Diabetes or metabolic disorder, if there is any.
--,Take a normal balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals.
--. Sleep on a hard bed with soft bedding.
--. Keep no pillow under the head.
--. Avoid painful acts & activities.
--. Fomentation with warm water/ Gel pac .
Let the part not be exposed to cold.
-- .Do mild exercises for back and lower limbs.
--.visit my YouTube channel
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--or else
contact a physiotherapist.
-Any way it may be tried,
--. Ugesic (Piroxicam) 20mg 1 tab once a day x 5days
--. Caldikind plus (Mankind) 1 tab Once a day x 10 days.
-(You may need help of your local doctor to get these medicines.)
Kindly make sure, there is no allergy to any of these medicines.
--For emergency treatment visit nearest hospital.
--Wish you a quick recovery & good health.
Thanks.
Dr N C Gupta MS (ortho.)
DMC no.3624
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Hello Aditya
As per your lab reports your RA FACTOR is positive . It needs further confirmation for diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis
Kindly get anti-ccp antibody test .
If you have any weakness in lower limbs?
Small joints stiffness?
Next Steps
Anti Ccp antibody , MRI whole spine screening to rule out TB spine
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Dr. Rajinder K Sharma
Orthopedist
43 yrs exp
Chandigarh
You need specific medicines and complete cure Consult me search browse on goggle practo website Dr Rajinder sharma senior Orthopaedic neurospine joint Replace surgeon ,42 years expertise chandigarh health Department Govt Multispeciality Hospital retired Chandigarh(U.T)
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