Do I Have Arthritis? Early Symptoms to Look out For
Worrying about developing a lifelong condition hits all of us at some time. It is especially the case if we have family members with it and many of us question ourselves and our bodies regularly. Asking yourself “Do I have arthritis?” is surely a worrying moment but...
Dealing with Joint Pain in the Morning
A common symptom of arthritis is early morning pain and stiffness in the affected joints. You may wake up morning after morning and struggle with the pain. It is not necessarily indicative of arthritis but it is a concern you should raise with medical professionals....
What’s the Best Thing to Take for Stiff Joints
There are many reasons you may have stiff joints. Often it can be a singular one off occasion but it can be indicative of a more serious arthritic condition. Joint pain is something that can get steadily worse as we age and if you have any concern about joint pain you...
What Helps with Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare-Ups?
As you get used to living with rheumatoid arthritis you may begin to recognise your triggers. Flare-ups often occur due to particular triggers such as illness or stress but this isn’t always the case. There is an unpredictability about the disease which can be...Dr Stephanie Barrett
Consultant Physician and Rheumatologist in London
MB, ChB, MD, FRCP
GMC No. 2825957
- President of the Royal Society of Medicine, Rheumatology Division, 2017-18
- Member of Council and Trustee at the Royal Society of Medicine
- Member of Council, Rheumatology Section of the Royal Society of Medicine