Arthritis doctor in Hyderabad | Dr. Vasudeva Juvvadi

Inflammation of the joints is known as arthritis. It can affect one or multiple joints. Though there are many different types of arthritis, the most common ones include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis (RA), Psoriatic arthritis (PsA), and gout. Arthritis usually develops between ages 30 and 50 years. It can also affect children, teenagers, young adults, and elderly people. Arthritis tends to be more common in obese people.

What are the symptoms of arthritis?

The signs and symptoms associated with arthritis include:

• Joint pain, swelling, and stiffness (these are the most common symptoms)
• Symptoms get worse after getting out of bed and also after taking a rest
• Scraping or grafting feeling in the knees
• Bony growths in finger joint
• Muscle weakness around the joint
• Popping or clicking sound with bending
• Limited range of motion (restricted motion)

The symptoms associated with rheumatoid arthritis include:

• Weakness or fatigue
• Low-grade fever
• Multiple joints are affected
• Morning stiffness can last for more than 30 minutes
• Inflammation of the mouth, eyes, blood vessels, and heart muscles
• Low red blood cells count

What are the causes of arthritis?

Arthritis can be due to:

• Family history or genes
• Overuse or wear and tear of a joint
• Obesity
• Injuries
• Muscles weakness
• Autoimmune disorders

How is arthritis diagnosed?

An orthopedic doctor will perform a thorough physical exam to see and feel the joints. The doctor will check swelling, inflammation, warmth, and range of motion in the affected joints. The doctor will order tests to check the levels of inflammation in the blood and analyze joint fluids to determine the type of arthritis. In addition, the doctor may also order special blood tests such as RF, ANA, and CCP to check for specific antibodies and imaging tests such as X-ray and CT scans.

Treatment of Arthritis

An orthopedic doctor provides treatment with the objective to reduce pain, stiffness, and swelling and to prevent further damage to the joints. In the initial stages of arthritis, an expert rheumatologist or orthopedic doctor provides comprehensive treatment which is inclusive of medications, occupational therapy, physical therapy, special diet management, weight management, exercise regimen, and use of assistive devices such as walkers, canes, and other mobility assistance devices.

When to see an Arthritis doctor in Hyderabad?

If you have severe pain, swelling, weakness, and stiffness in the joint with restricted movement and the ability to move your joint, then you should see an arthritis specialist doctor in Hyderabad.

For detailed information about the different modalities of treatment for arthritis based on the stages of arthritis, read – “Osteoarthritis of the knee joint”