I have trigger finger in my left thumb and right middle finger, as well as right-sided rib pain when bending forward. What prescription medications should I take to treat these conditions?
For your trigger fingers and rib pain, prescription oral anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) like meloxicam or celecoxib can help reduce pain and inflammation in both areas. For the trigger fingers, a highly effective targeted treatment is a local corticosteroid injection (such as triamcinolone) into the tendon sheath, which often cures the condition. If the rib pain is muscular, a muscle relaxant like cyclobenzaprine may also be helpful. Since rib pain requires a proper assessment to rule out other causes, please consult your healthcare provider for a physical exam to receive the correct prescription and a personalized treatment plan.
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I have trigger finger in my left thumb and right middle finger, as well as right-sided rib pain when bending forward. What prescription medications should I take to treat these conditions?