Rheumatology is a branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases. Rheumatic diseases are various disorders that affect joints, bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and other parts of the body, and they are caused by autoimmune disorders, infections, injuries, or hereditary factors. Rheumatologists are specialists who deal with the diagnostics and treatment of various rheumatic diseases, such as arthritis, osteoarthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, gout, fibromyalgia, osteoporosis, etc. They are trained to diagnose and treat all types of rheumatic diseases, which includes the use of different therapies, medications, exercises, and rehabilitation methods. Rheumatologists collaborate with other specialists to ensure the best care for their patients. Some examples of specialists they may collaborate with include orthopedic surgeons, physiatrists, cardiologists, dermatologists, and gastroenterologists.
A rheumatology review is a medical examination carried out to identify problems related to the joint...
