What is the role of a rheumatologist?

A Rheumatologist refers to a healthcare professional who specializes in the treatment and diagnosis of diseases that affect the muscles, bones, joints, soft tissue, ligaments, and autoimmune diseases.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic surgeon and a rheumatologist?

Joint diseases which may be treated with medication tend to be treated by a rheumatologist. However, orthopedic surgeons tend to specialize in the surgical management of fractures and surgical treatment of joints.

What are some common disorders that a Rheumatologist can treat?

More than 99 distinct rheumatological exist, some of the common ones are – osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, lupus, fibromyalgia, and different autoimmune diseases

Can LetsUpDoc connect me with an endocrinologist within the desired time?

Yes, of course. LetsUpDoc allows you to virtually consult a qualified rheumatologist at a preferred time and date. We charge reasonable fees so it does not come with a high cost.

Is the second appointment with the rheumatologist free on LetsUpdoc?

Yes, it is free. You can schedule your appointment flexibly, thereby reducing the risk of missed appointments or misunderstandings. It allows conducting a follow-up discussion with the rheumatologist at absolutely zero cost. It also gives you a chance to address any issues or problems that may have occurred after the first consultation.

Is it true that only old people get Rheumatoid Arthritis?

Rheumatoid arthritis can affect every age group including children. It focuses on affecting individuals in the 4s, 30s, and high frequency over 50. The disease is considered three times more common in women compared to men.

What are the signs of Rheumatoid Arthritis?

The symptoms include stiffness in the joints, redness, swelling, warmth in joints, and some cases fever or tiredness.

Do I have to travel to visit the rheumatologist through LetsUpDoc?

At LetsUpDoc, we allow you to consult rheumatologists virtually from the comfort of your home. So, you don’t have to visit the healthcare professional physically.