arthritis
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...
Arthritis Pain Relief Advice
As the colder months draw in, many people living with arthritis will see an increase in their pain and symptoms. Cold and wet weather can exacerbate the condition so it seemed like a good time to put together a simple yet help guide to the most common and useful...
Osteoarthritis of the Big Toe
If you are diagnosed with osteoarthritis of the foot it tends to mainly effect the joint at the base of your big toe. It can result in your toe becoming uncomfortably stuff over time and it can also result in your toe becoming bent, with the development of painful...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