Rheumatology

Eternal Hospital is a clinical excellence center that strives to provide outstanding treatment and care to patients suffering from a variety of diseases and conditions. We have an entire section dedicated to rheumatology and clinical immunology, and it is dedicated to providing patients with advanced medical treatment. 

What Is Rheumatology?

Rheumatology is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases and disorders affecting connective tissues and the immune system. Although nearly one in every five people in our country suffers from rheumatic diseases, diagnosing and treating them remains a big difficulty. Rheumatic disorders can be very complex, and the majority of them are lifelong. This specialty focuses on reducing pain and other symptoms to improve the patient's quality of life and increase their life expectancy. Clinical immunology involves the study, diagnosis, assessment, and management of diverse immune system diseases and malfunctions, such as foreign invasion or abnormal tissue growth.

Why Choose Eternal Hospital?

At Eternal Hospital, we have a separate Department for Rheumatology and Clinical Immunology that is dedicated to providing the best treatment and interventions to ensure the effective management of various connective tissue disorders and autoimmune malfunctions in adults, small children, and infants. The department is supported by a team of highly qualified experts who try to provide the best possible treatment to their patients. The department offers dedicated labs that offer cutting-edge modalities for accurate diagnosis and assessment.

FAQ

What is the Department of Rheumatology?

The Department of Rheumatology provides diagnosis and therapy of clinical problems that involve the joints, soft tissues, autoimmune diseases (disorders of the immune system), vasculitis and heritable connective tissue disorders.

What does a Rheumatologist treat?

A rheumatologist is a board-certified internist (a physician of internal medicine) or pediatrician who is qualified by additional training and experience in the diagnosis and treatment of arthritis and other diseases of the joints, muscles, and bones, including those that are inflammatory and autoimmune in nature.

Is Rheumatoid Arthritis curable?

Rheumatoid arthritis is not curable. Management of rheumatoid arthritis often involves different health workers, who contribute to a rehabilitative strategy tailored to a person's needs and preferences. Early diagnosis and management can reduce symptoms, slow the disease and prevent disability.

What is an emergency condition in Rheumatology?

Rheumatological conditions can sometimes present as emergencies. These can occur due to the disease process or may be iatrogenic. Some of the important articular emergencies are septic arthritis, acute polyarthritis and atlanto-axial dislocation.