Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a condition where your immune system mistakenly attacks your joints. This can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness. There are many ways to help manage RA and improve your quality of life.
Treatment options for RA include medications like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs), and biologic agents. Physical therapy, gentle exercises, and sometimes surgery can also help. Dr. Kamalaraj will work with you to find the best plan for you.
The prognosis for RA has improved significantly in recent years, thanks to new treatments. The goal of therapy is to achieve minimal to no disease activity. Many people with RA can lead active and fulfilling lives with the right care.
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– Rheumatoid Arthritis
Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a type of arthritis that affects some people who have psoriasis, a skin condition but can also occur even without skin disease. There can be a family history of psoriasis or psoriatic arthritis. PsA can cause painful and swollen joints, as well as skin issues. There are treatments available to help control your symptoms and prevent disease progression.
Treatment options for PsA include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs), biologic agents, and sometimes surgery. Dr. Kamalaraj will help you find the right combination of medications, lifestyle changes, and support to manage your PsA.
The goal of therapy is to achieve minimal to no disease activity. With proper treatment, many people with PsA can maintain a good quality of life and manage their symptoms effectively.
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– Psoriatic Arthritis
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is a type of arthritis that mostly affects the spine. It can cause pain and stiffness in your back and neck. Over time, the bones in your spine may fuse together. Many treatments are now available that can help manage your symptoms and keep you moving.
Treatment options for AS include non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs), biologic agents, and physical therapy. Gentle exercises, like swimming and stretching, can also help. Dr. Kamalaraj will help you find the best treatment plan for you.
The goal of therapy is to achieve minimal to no disease activity. With the right treatment, many people with AS can maintain their mobility and enjoy a good quality of life.
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– Ankylosing Spondylitis
Gout is a type of inflammatory arthritis that happens when there’s too much uric acid in your body that can form uric acid crystals in your joints. As your immune system reacts to these uric acid crystals this can cause painful, swollen joints, often starting in your big toe. The good news is that gout can be managed with the right treatment and to a degree lifestyle changes.
Treatment options for gout include medications like non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), colchicine, corticosteroids, and drugs that lower uric acid levels. Dr. Kamalaraj will help you find ways to manage your gout, like taking medications. Making changes to your diet, such as maintaining adequate hydration with water and avoiding sugary beverages like beer, fruit juice and soft drink are useful lifestyle modifications that can be made. Avoiding purine-rich foods can be helpful – but not nearly as helpful as taking your uric acid-lowering medications regularly without fail.
It can sometimes take up to six months to get your uric acid level under control and a further 1-2 years to eliminate uric acid crystals from your joints. We expect the frequency of gout attacks to fall significantly once a target uric acid level is achieved. With proper management, gout attacks can be prevented, and most people with gout can lead healthy, active lives.
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– Gout
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), also known as lupus, is an autoimmune disease that can affect many parts of the body. Symptoms can vary greatly from person to person, but there are ways to manage the condition and improve your quality of life.
Treatment options for SLE include medications like NSAIDs, corticosteroids, antimalarial drugs, and immunosuppressive agents. Dr. Kamalaraj will work with you to find the best combination of treatments to manage your SLE and control symptoms.
While there’s no cure for SLE, many people can lead active and fulfilling lives with proper care and management.
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– Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
Sjogren’s syndrome is an autoimmune disease that primarily affects the glands that produce tears and saliva, leading to dry eyes and mouth. It can also cause joint pain and fatigue.
Treatment options for Sjogren’s syndrome include artificial tears and saliva substitutes, medications to stimulate saliva production, and medications to control inflammation. Dr. Kamalaraj will help you find the best treatment plan to manage your Sjogren’s syndrome.
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– Sjogren’s Syndrome
Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease that causes thickening and hardening of the skin and sometimes affects internal organs. Treatment options depend on the specific symptoms and the severity of the condition.
Treatment options for scleroderma may include medications like corticosteroids, immunosuppressive drugs, and medications to improve blood flow. Dr. Kamalaraj will help you find the best treatment plan to manage your scleroderma.
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– Systemic Sclerosis