Analgesics are a common group of painkillers often prescribed in different doses for arthritis. Below we’re looking at the main groups of analgesics for a better understanding of their use. Most arthritis patients will have a prescription of at least one of these...
Arthritis commonly attacks smaller joints in the body and this includes the toes. Arthritis in toe joints can be extremely painful and can lead to swelling and deformation over time. Toe arthritis is caused by the toe joint becoming inflamed. Injuries and trauma can...
Inflammation characterises arthritis. It is a disease which is almost always centred around inflamed joints and the pain this causes. Treating inflammation is possible with a range of drug therapies and additional treatments, but diet can also play a role....
Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drug therapy is becoming more regularly used in the treatment of rheumatic diseases. DMARDs are a specific type of medication that work to change and modify the disease itself. They slow or stop the inflammatory process which results...
Many people with arthritis continue their normal lives with little difficulty. There may need to be some adaptations and modifications in the workplace and home, but usually it is possible to continue as normal. After diagnosis getting out and about and back to...
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
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