Arthritis & autoimmune diseases we treat
From common forms of arthritis to rare autoimmune syndromes — accurate diagnosis and modern, evidence-based treatment.
Rheumatoid Arthritis
An autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks the joint lining, causing pain, swelling and, over time, joint damage.
- Persistent joint pain, worse in the morning
- Morning stiffness lasting >30 minutes
- Symmetrical joint swelling
- Fatigue and low-grade fever
DMARDs (methotrexate, hydroxychloroquine), biologics (TNF inhibitors), NSAIDs and physiotherapy.
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Inflammatory arthritis of the spine and sacroiliac joints, causing chronic back pain, stiffness and reduced mobility.
- Lower back pain and stiffness
- Symptoms improve with movement
- Reduced spinal mobility
- Eye inflammation (uveitis)
NSAIDs, biologics (TNF & IL-17 inhibitors), targeted physiotherapy and posture training.
Systemic Lupus (SLE)
A multi-system autoimmune disease that can affect skin, joints, kidneys, heart and lungs with wide-ranging symptoms.
- Butterfly-shaped facial rash
- Joint pain and swelling
- Persistent fatigue
- Kidney involvement (lupus nephritis)
Hydroxychloroquine, corticosteroids, immunosuppressants (MMF), Belimumab and Rituximab.
Psoriatic Arthritis
Joint inflammation associated with psoriasis, affecting fingers, toes, spine and entheses.
- Swollen fingers/toes (dactylitis)
- Psoriasis skin plaques
- Nail pitting
- Enthesitis (heel/tendon pain)
DMARDs, biologics (TNF, IL-17, IL-23 inhibitors) and skin-joint combined care.
Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Inflammatory condition causing pain and stiffness in the shoulders, hips and neck, common after age 50.
- Shoulder, hip and neck stiffness
- Worse in the morning
- Fatigue and low-grade fever
- Common after age 50
Low-dose corticosteroids (prednisone), tapered gradually, with bone protection.
Sjögren's Syndrome
Autoimmune condition attacking moisture-producing glands, leading to dry eyes, dry mouth and fatigue.
- Dry eyes (gritty sensation)
- Dry mouth, difficulty swallowing
- Joint pain
- Fatigue
Artificial tears, saliva stimulants, anti-inflammatory therapy and multidisciplinary care.
Scleroderma
Chronic disease causing hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissue, sometimes affecting organs.
- Thickened, hardened skin
- Raynaud's phenomenon
- Acid reflux / difficulty swallowing
- Shortness of breath
Immunosuppressants, antifibrotics, Raynaud medications and organ-specific care.
Vasculitis
Inflammation of blood vessels (GPA, MPA, PAN, GCA) that can affect skin, nerves and internal organs.
- Skin rashes / ulcers
- Nerve tingling or weakness
- Fatigue and fever
- Organ-specific symptoms
Corticosteroids, immunosuppressants and biologics such as Rituximab under close monitoring.
Gout & Crystal Arthritis
Painful crystal arthropathy caused by uric-acid or calcium crystal deposition within the joints.
- Sudden severe joint pain (often big toe)
- Redness and swelling
- Warmth over the joint
- Recurrent flares
NSAIDs/colchicine for flares, urate-lowering therapy (allopurinol/febuxostat) long-term.
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