A 57-year-old patient presents with symmetrical small joint pain and morning stiffness lasting over 1 hour. Rheumatoid arthritis is suspected. Accordi...

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A 57-year-old patient presents with symmetrical small joint pain and morning stiffness lasting over 1 hour. Rheumatoid arthritis is suspected. According to UK guidelines, which is the recommended first-line DMARD?

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Methotrexate

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Hydroxychloroquine

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Sulfasalazine

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Leflunomide

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High-dose corticosteroids alone

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Rheumatoid Arthritis

A 57-year-old patient presents with symmetrical small joint pain and morning stiffness lasting over 1 hour. Rheumatoid arthritis is suspected. According to UK guidelines, which is the recommended first-line DMARD?