Rheumatology

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What is Rheumatology?

Rheumatology is the study of disorders affecting the joints and/or the muscles and soft tissues around the joints and bones. Rheumatologists have experience in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the joints, muscles and bones, and often are active in conducting research to determine the cause of these diseases.

Common Conditions

Common disorders related to rheumatism include:

• Arthritis
• Lupus
• Gout
• Fibromyalgia
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Autoimmunity Clotting Disorder
• Vasculitis
• Sjogren's Disease
• Scleroderma
• Joint Pain
• Osteoarthritis

Signs & Symptoms

Indicators that you could potentially have a disorder related to rheumatism include:

• Joint pain
• Joint swelling and redness
• Back pain
• Lung symptoms
• Heart symptoms
• Eye symptoms

Treatment We Offer

Depending on your condition, our physician may prescribe medications such as:

• Pain relievers
• Anti-inflammatories
• Steroids
• Anti-rheumatic drugs
• Monoclonal antibodies

For some disorders related to rheumatism, joint replacement surgery and arthritis-related reconstructive surgery can be a beneficial solution.

There is no need to live with the pain of rheumatism. Ignoring this pain could potentially lead to a more severe condition that you leave with loss of functioning in your joint. If you have been experiencing recurring pain in your joints or other areas of your body, consulting a Rochester General Medical Group (RGMG) physician is your best course of action. Our trusted doctors have access to the most current information, treatments and medications available to help treat your rheumatism.

RGMG physicians also specialize in the treatment of juvenille (pediatric) arthritis and juvenile (pediatric) rheumatoid arthritis.

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