Acute rheumatoid arthritis can heal itself

Acute rheumatoid arthritis usually does not resolve on its own and often requires effective treatment to alleviate the condition and control its progression. Normally, effective anti-infective treatment is needed early because this arthritis is closely related to streptococcal infection, so penicillin is preferred. If allergic, erythromycin, azithromycin, or other effective antibiotics may also be used. Antirheumatic drugs such as NSAIDs such as ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen, and corticosteroids can also be used if necessary. After effective treatment, most rheumatoid arthritis can be controlled, and joint function can be completely restored without deformity and sequelae. Therefore, the lesion cannot heal itself, and patients should adhere to treatment.