Rheumatology is the study, diagnosis, and treatment of more than 100 rheumatic diseases and related conditions. A Rheumatologist is most often an internal medicine physician who has completed an additional two to three years of specialized training in the field of Rheumatology.
What type of diseases does a Rheumatologist treat?
There are more than 100 types of rheumatic conditions treated by Rheumatologist. We have listed the top 10 most common conditions treated at The Arthritis & Infusion Center.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Psoriatic Arthritis
• Gout
• Fibromyalgia
• Lupus
• Osteoporosis
• Osteoarthritis
• Sjogrens Syndrome
• Polymyalgia Rheumatica
• Raynauds
When should I visit a Rheumatologist?
You are your best advocate for your healthcare. Listen to your body. Dr. Hulon E. Crayton wants you to know that pain is not normal, and he can help.
What information should I provide to a Rheumatologist?
To get the most from your appointment, first, take inventory of your signs and symptoms. Make a list and keep it with you so you can keep a running record of your symptoms.
Second, take your medicine bottles with you to your visit. It is important that your Rheumatologist knows exactly what you are taking, how much, and why.
Lastly, talk to your Rheumatologist. Open up to him/her. Tell your story. Don't hold back details, as it is often in the details that the discovery is made.
It is important to remember that Rheumatology is a wide specialty that often crosses over many specialties. Establishing a comfortable and reliable relationship with your Rheumatologist is important. The team at The Arthritis & Infusion Center is here for you, ready to hear your story, and ready to help.
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