Exam questionKROK 1Medicine ยท 2020
A 46-year-old man presents with fatigue and joint pain in his lingers and wrists for the last 2 months. The pain is present in both hands and the wrists are swollen. Furthermore, he describes morning stiffness in his joints lasting about 2 hours, which improves with use. His past medical history reveals he has been successfully treated for H. pylori related ulcers last year. He denies smoking and stopped drinking when his gastric symptoms started. Which of the following drugs is the best choice for his joints pain management?
Answer options
- Paracetamol
- Celecoxib
- Morphine
- Aspirin
- Prednisone
Correct answer
Celecoxib
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