Conditions Treated

The Rheumatology Department of Gleneagles Hospital excels at diagnosing and treating a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions.

• Rheumatoid Arthritis: This medical condition occurs when the immune system of a body mistakenly attacks its own tissues. It is a type of chronic inflammatory condition that affects more than just the joints. Medications, along with dedicated physical therapy, can help manage the symptoms. Surgery is required when medications fail to prevent or slow down damage.
• Osteoarthritis: It is the most common form of arthritis that causes pain, stiffness, and swelling in the joints. It happens when the cartilage that lines the joints is worn down. Medication, exercise, supportive devices, and physical therapy can help manage the symptoms you are experiencing. Surgery might be recommended if you experience severe symptoms.
• Psoriatic Arthritis: It is a type of arthritis that is linked to psoriasis, a common health condition. There is no cure for this, but medications and physical therapy have proven to be effective.
• Gout: It is a painful form of arthritis caused by the extra uric acid in your body that causes sharp crystals in the joints. Gout symptoms may come & go, but there are ways to manage it. Medications and lifestyle changes can prevent recurrent flare-ups.
• Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE): It is a type of autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks its own tissues and affects joints, skin, kidneys, blood cells, the brain, heart, and lungs. There is no cure for lupus. Current treatment methods involve improving quality of life with medication and self-care.
• Scleroderma: It is an autoimmune disease that causes the skin to thicken and harden over time. It can affect parts of the body, like muscles, bones, blood vessels, and internal organs. Skin treatments, medications, immunosuppressants, physical therapy, phototherapy, and stem cell transplants can help minimise how much the disease can affect your daily life.
• Sjogren's Syndrome: It is a chronic autoimmune disease that is characterised by severe dry eyes and mouth. The immune system of the body attacks the glands that create moisture in the body, which results in decreased saliva and tears. Medicines are the primary treatment for this. Minor procedures on the tear gland might be done to improve dry eyes.
• Churg-Strauss Syndrome: It is a severe autoimmune disease that causes blood vessel inflammation. It can restrict blood flow towards organs and tissues, sometimes causing permanent damage. It is a rare condition with no cure, but corticosteroids and immunosuppressants can reduce inflammation and suppress the immune system.
• Fibromyalgia: It is a chronic disorder that causes pain and tenderness all over the body, as well as fatigue and sleep issues. The treatment typically includes medication and physical therapy, as well as self-management to reduce pain and manage overall well-being.
• Ankylosing Spondylitis: It is a type of arthritis that causes inflammation & pain in the joints and ligaments of the spine. Exercise, over-the-counter NSAIDs, corticosteroids, and physical therapy can help with the condition.