Rheumatic Disease Management
Overview
Rheumatic diseases are a group of conditions that affect the joints, muscles, and connective tissues. They can cause pain, stiffness, swelling, various forms of rashes, and other systemic symptoms, such as fever and weight loss. The AKUH Rheumatic Disease Programme is dedicated to providing holistic care for individuals suffering from a wide range of rheumatic conditions. Our team of highly skilled specialists is committed to diagnosing these complex diseases with skill and expertise and treating them with compassion and sensitivity.
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We specialise in diagnosing and treating a wide range of rheumatic diseases, including:
Rheumatoid arthritis: A chronic autoimmune disease characterised by joint inflammation and pain.
Osteoarthritis: A degenerative joint disease caused by the breakdown of cartilage.
Lupus: An autoimmune disease that can affect multiple organs of the body, and predominantly affects women in their reproductive age.
Gout: A type of arthritis caused by uric acid crystals forming in the joints. More common in individuals with chronic kidney disease, obesity, and heart failure.
Ankylosing spondylitis: A chronic inflammatory disease that primarily affects the spine in relatively younger age groups.
Scleroderma: A rare autoimmune disease that causes the skin and connective tissues to thicken and may affect lungs as well.
Vasculitis: A group of inflammatory diseases that affect the blood vessels, and in certain specific types, affect lungs and kidneys simultaneously.
To learn more about our highly trained and skilled experts, search on Find a Doctor under the speciality of Rheumatology.
By combining advanced medical expertise with compassionate care, the AKUH Rheumatic Disease Programme is committed to improving the lives of patients with rheumatic conditions.
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