This section of the website provides access to patients about the rheumatology related diseases, their treatments, medications, diet plans etc. The documents and articles added in this section are prepared by experienced Rheumatologists for the purpose of patient help.
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The differential influence and outcome of various risk factors on occurrence of COVID-19 among patients with autoim- mune rheumatic diseases (AIRD) during differ- ent COVID-19 eaks is underreported. | COVID-19 | |
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Raising awareness about vasculitis among the general public as a part of world arthritis day observed on 12 th October 2022 . Early diagnosis and prompt treatment is the cornerstone for favorable outcomes.
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World arthritis day awareness- 12 Oct 2022- live interview in MangaloreRheumatoid arthritisLive interview on Daiji world channel as a part of nationwide awareness campaign for World arthritis day 2022. Arthritis is treatable is the mission statement of the world arthritis day campaign observed on 12 Oct 2022.
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Rheumatoid arthritis – Kannadaರುಮೆಟಾಯ್ಡ್‌ ಆರ್ತ್ರೈಟಿಸ್‌ (ಮೂಳೆಗಳ ಸಂಧಿವಾತ): ಉತ್ತಮ ಪರಿಣಾಮಕ್ಕಾಗಿ ಸರಿಯಾಗಿ ಚಿಕಿತ್ಸೆಯನ್ನು | Rheumatoid arthritis | |
Viral arthritisIn the background of recent increase in viral arthritis cases, we are discussing the topic and it relevance to the time present Infectious arthritis Joints pain and swelling caused by microbiological entities are called as infectious arthritis. These can be caused by bacteria, fungus or virus. Bacterial infections can be acute or chronic. Most acute...
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SpondyloarthritisWhat is Spondyloarthritis? Spondyloarthropathy is joint disease of the vertebral column. Spondyloarthropathy with inflammation is called Spondyloarthritis. The term is often used for a specific group of disorders with certain common features, the group often being termed specifically seronegative spondylarthropathies (SPA). Seronegativity means, blood tests are negative for rheumatoid factor and antinuclear antibodies (ANA). They have an increased incidence of HLA –B27 gene....
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)What is t is SLE? SLE (also called Lupus) is a chronic autoimmune disease in which organs and cells undergo damage mediated by tissue-binding autoantibodies and immune complexes. It is the prototype of the multi-organ autoimmune diseases. Autoimmune means immune system (antibodies and white blood cells) of a person attacks its own healthy tissue for...
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What is Rheumatology?What is Rheumatology? Rheumatism is any painful disorder affecting the locomotor system including joints, bones, muscles, connective tissues and soft tissues. The speciality of medicine which deals with Rheumatism is called Rheumatology. A Rheumatologist is an internist or pediatrician who has received training in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and other musculoskeletal diseases. Many...
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What is Gout?Gout “The patient goes to bed and sleeps quietly until about two in the morning when he is awakened by a pain which usually seizes the great toe, but sometimes the heel, the calf of the leg or the ankle. The pain resembles that of a dislocated bone … and this is immediately succeeded by...
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What is Arthritis?ARTHRITIS Arthritis is derived from Greek word, arthro – joint, itis – inflammation. It is a form of joint disorder that involves inflammation of one or more joints. There are over 200 types of arthritis – or musculoskeletal conditions – which can be grouped into three types Inflammatory arthritis – such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, gout...
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What is Arthritis? - Kannadaಅರ್ಥ್ಯರೇಟಿಸ್‌ ಮತ್ತು ರೂಮ್ಯಾಟಿಸ೦ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಜನರಲ್ಲಿ ಸರಿಯಾದ ತಿಳುವಳಿಕೆ ಇಲ್ಲ. ಅರ್ಥೈರೇಟಿಸ್‌ ಎ೦ದರೆ ಕೀಲು ನೋವು ಹಾಗೂ ಜೊತೆಗೆ ಕೀಲುಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಊತ ಉಂಟಾಗುವುದು. ರೂಮ್ಯಾಟಸಂ ಎಂದರೆ ಕೀಲು ನೋವು, ಎಲುಬು ಮತ್ತು ಮಾಂಸ – ಖಂಡಗಳಲ್ಲಿ ಬರುವಂತಹ ನೋವು, ಈ ಎಲ್ಲ ತರಹದ ನೋವುಗಳಿಗೆ ವೈದ್ಯಕೀಯ ಭಾಷೆಯಲ್ಲಿ “ರೂಮ್ಯಾಟಿಕ್‌ ಕಾಯಿಲೆಗಳು” ಎಂದು ಹೇಳುವರು. | Arthritis | |
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Sjögren’s India (SI) Sjögren’s India (SI) managed by patient volunteers, is dedicated to enabling patients and their families to “Live Well with Sjögren’s Syndrome (SS)”. SI works for empowering patients through education, creating better public awareness and providing a forum for interaction with healthcare professionals. Support in terms of counselling and lifestyle management tips is extended to patients/families through personal/group, telephonic and virtual interaction. SI is inspired by the Sjögren’s Syndrome Foundation (SSF) in USA. | Sjogren’s India | |
Mission Arthritis India, mumbai arthritis support group – MAI for the benefit of patients suffering from Rheumatological illnesses. This project is a vision of dedicated Rheumatologists serving the Rheumatology patients in Mumbai for years as we understand that there are unmet patient needs once they leave the consultation room. When faced with chronic illnesses like Rheumatoid arthritis the patients and care takers need to understand the various aspects of illness which are not only physical but also the social and emotional burden which can have great impact on day to day living. Often patients find themselves lonely and helpless while battling with the disease and to bridge this gap it is essential to have a formal platform to reach out and connect. The name MAI resonates with the word Aai or Maa , meaning mother who is regarded as a supreme care taker looking after all your needs and this group looks forward to provide that helping hand as reflected in the MAI logo. We hope to connect the patients and doctors come together and fight arthritis | Mission Arthritis India, mumbai | |
Versus Arthritis It was formed in 2018 following a merger of Arthritis Care and Arthritis Research UK. | Versus Arthritis | |
The Arthritis National Research Foundation The Arthritis National Research Foundation is committed to finding new treatments and cures for those who suffer from many forms of arthritis. | Arthritis National Research Foundation | |
Arthritis Research Institute of America Identify the causes, seek preventive measures, and find a cure for osteoarthritis | Arthritis Research Institute of America | |
Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index We provide information on evaluating the effectiveness of treatment for patients who have been diagnosed with Ankylosing Spondylitis. This information can be printed out and should be discussed with your Rheumatologist so that you can assist your doctor to determine the best course of treatment and therapy for your condition. This information is NOT intended to diagnose Ankylosing Spondylitis or to suggest any particular treatment for your condition | Bath Ankylosing Spondylitis Disease Activity Index | |
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society The National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society (NRAS) is the only UK patient led charity exclusively dedicated to supporting the approximately 677,000 people in Britain with rheumatoid arthritis (RA), as well as their families, carers and the healthcare professionals who treat them | National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society | |
Rheumatioid Patient Foundation The Rheumatoid Patient Foundation was formed early in 2011 with advice and input of numerous leaders in the RA community. RPF was created in response to an outpouring of requests from Rheumatoid patients. The founding Board of Directors was a group of people living with Rheumatoid disease (either RA or JRA) | Rheumatioid Patient Foundation | |
Spondylitis Association of America Ankylosing spondylitis, spondyloarthritis and related disease information, education and support. Ankylosing spondylitis and spondyloarthritis symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, medication, educational materials, brochures. Axial spondyloarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis patient support, message boards, physician resources and more. SAA is a non-profit organization and we were the first and remain the largest resource for people affected by spondylitis in the United States | Spondylitis Association of America | |
NASS NASS is the only UK charity entirely focused on axial spondyloarthritis (axial SpA) including ankylosing spondylitis (AS) For over 40 years we’ve been providing specialist support, advice and the most up-to-date information to empower everyone with AS to manage their treatment and to stay in control of their lives. We are laser-focused on our mission to ensure that health professionals around the country deliver tailored and timely care to every patient, every time. Once you get to know NASS, you realise that while AS exists, our work will never be done. We simply will not rest until we reduce the current 8.5-year delay to diagnosis, and we will continue to fund research in seeking every possible way to help beat AS. | NASS |