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What is Spondylolisthesis

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Spondylolisthesis is a condition where one of the bones in your spine (vertebra) slips forward and onto the vertebra below it.  This can happen...
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What is Spondylosis – Osteoarthritis of the spine

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Spondylosis is a common finding on spinal MRI where the patient has neck or back pain.  It is commonly used to describe osteoarthritis of...
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Sulfasalazine – Medications for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

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Sulfasalazine (azulfidine, salazopyrin) belongs to a class of drugs called sulfa drugs.  It’s a combination of salicilate (the main ingredient in aspirin)  and a...

Leflunomide (Arava) – Medications for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Corticosteroids / Prednisone – Medications for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

Humira (adalimumab) – Medications for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) – medications for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)

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Rheumatoid Arthritis and do I need a medical id bracelet

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