Why shouldn't you buy medicine to treat bone and joint diseases yourself?

Using the wrong medication or the wrong dosage: Some pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs (such as NSAIDs) if used incorrectly can cause side effects such as stomach ulcers, kidney failure, high blood pressure or liver damage if used in the wrong dose or for a long time.

When experiencing symptoms of prolonged bone and joint pain, people should see a specialist for an accurate diagnosis.

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Concealing symptoms: Self-medication can temporarily relieve symptoms but does not treat the cause of the disease, leading to the disease progressing more severely without being detected in time.

Serious side effects: Some bone and joint medications containing corticosteroids can cause osteoporosis, diabetes, adrenal insufficiency, and increased risk of infection if abused.

Drug interactions: If the patient is taking other medications (eg cardiovascular or diabetes medications), taking additional medications to treat bone and joint diseases on their own can cause drug interactions, reduce effectiveness or increase toxicity, causing danger.

Not treating the right cause: There are many types of bone and joint diseases: rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, gout, lupus, etc. Not all bone and joint diseases use the same medicine. Each disease requires a different treatment. Self-medicating can ignore the root cause, leading to the disease becoming more serious.

Risk of allergy or overdose: Some people may be allergic to the drug ingredients without knowing it, or overdose leading to poisoning.

- You should consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine to ensure safety.

- You should combine drug treatment with diet and exercise as instructed to improve bone and joint health.

- When you have symptoms of prolonged bone and joint pain, it is best to see a specialist for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate, safe treatment instructions.

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