rheumatologist
Arthritis treatment physician
A rheumatologist is a physician who specializes in diseases of the joints, muscles, and connective tissues—conditions like arthritis, lupus, and gout.
My doctor referred me to a rheumatologist for my joint pain.
The specialty is rheumatology.
Inflamed joint disease
- lupusChronic autoimmune disorder
- osteoarthritisCartilage breakdown in joints
- goutCrystal-induced joint inflammation
- fibromyalgiaChronic widespread musculoskeletal pain condition
scleroderma · vasculitis · myositis · osteoporosis · tendinitis · bursitis · juvenile arthritis
Drugs derived from organisms
- DMARDsMedications altering autoimmune course
- methotrexateAntifolate chemotherapy agent
- corticosteroidsInflammation-suppressing steroid medications
- infusionSteeping to extract essence
injections · hydroxychloroquine · TNF inhibitors · Humira · immunosuppressants · NSAIDs · prednisone · physical therapy
Mutual goodwill among companions
- board-certifiedFormally approved by examiners
- internistDoctor of internal organs
- subspecialistExpert in narrow field
- consultantProfessional advice provider
clinician · physician · referral · diagnosis · clinical examination · medical history · imaging · X-ray
Immunoglobulins targeting self-antigens
- immunologyScience of bodily defenses
- immune systemBody's pathogen-fighting network
- inflammationProtective tissue response
- flare-upSudden recurrence of symptoms
chronic · antigen · antibodies · anti-CCP · cytokines · T-cells · B-cells · immunosuppression
arthritis
Inflamed joint disease
- lupusChronic autoimmune disorder
- osteoarthritisCartilage breakdown in joints
- goutCrystal-induced joint inflammation
fibromyalgia · scleroderma · vasculitis · myositis · osteoporosis · tendinitis · bursitis · juvenile arthritis
biologics
Drugs derived from organisms
- DMARDsMedications altering autoimmune course
- methotrexateAntifolate chemotherapy agent
- corticosteroidsInflammation-suppressing steroid medications
infusion · injections · hydroxychloroquine · TNF inhibitors · Humira · immunosuppressants · NSAIDs · prednisone · physical therapy · occupational therapy
fellowship
Mutual goodwill among companions
- board-certifiedFormally approved by examiners
- internistDoctor of internal organs
- subspecialistExpert in narrow field
consultant · clinician · physician · referral · diagnosis · clinical examination · medical history · imaging · X-ray · MRI
autoantibodies
Immunoglobulins targeting self-antigens
- immunologyScience of bodily defenses
- immune systemBody's pathogen-fighting network
- inflammationProtective tissue response
flare-up · chronic · antigen · antibodies · anti-CCP · cytokines · T-cells · B-cells · immunosuppression · autoimmunity
cartilage
Flexible connective body tissue
articulation · flexion · extension · knee · elbow · shoulder · hip · wrist · spine · sacroiliac
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- Medical Staffdoctor, nurse practitioner, physician, surgeon, intern
- specialistsanalyst, consultant, technician, cardiologist, dermatologist
rheumatologistorthopedic surgeon
Doctor treating musculoskeletal conditions
orthopedist · physical therapist · surgeon · neurosurgeon · spine surgeon
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Doctor treating skin disorders
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