While anti-inflammatories are commonly used to treat pseudogout effectively, many younger patients want to be able to stay active and engaged in physical activity. For these people, steroid injections help to ease the inflammation of the affected joint temporarily. In the future, viable options for permanent treatment might involve joint or cartilage repair/replacement. While it doesn't keep the calcium deposits from accumulating in the joints, replacing worn joints can help to ease the symptoms of other arthritic conditions.

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