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What is the treatment option for osteoarthritis?
Yes, please tell me more about medication as a treatment option.
Medications used to treat osteoarthritis include pain relievers, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and corticosteroids. Pain relievers like acetaminophen and ibuprofen can be taken orally or applied topically to help alleviate pain. NSAIDs can also help to reduce pain and inflammation, but may have some side effects like stomach upset or risk of bleeding. Corticosteroids can be injected into the affected joint to help reduce inflammation and pain, but typically have a limited duration of efficacy.