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Rheumatic diseases: symptoms, diagnosis and treatment in Chisinau
Pages written for patients, in plain language: which rheumatic disease you might have, how it is diagnosed, what treatments are available and when it is time to see a rheumatologist.
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Rheumatoid arthritis
Chronic inflammation of the joints of the hands and feet, with morning stiffness. Learn moreOsteoarthritis
Wear of the cartilage in the knees, hips, hands and spine — pain on movement. Learn moreGout
Sudden attacks of pain, most often in the big toe, caused by uric acid. Learn moreAnkylosing spondylitis
Inflammatory back pain in young people that improves with movement. Learn more
Osteoporosis
Fragile bones, with no symptoms until the first fracture. Learn more
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Autoimmune disease with joint pain, rashes, fatigue and organ involvement. Learn morePsoriatic arthritis
Arthritis in people with psoriasis: swollen fingers, back pain and nail changes. Learn more
Fibromyalgia
Widespread pain throughout the body, fatigue and unrefreshing sleep. Learn morePolymyalgia rheumatica
Pain and stiffness in the shoulders and hips after the age of 50. Learn more
Sjögren's syndrome
Autoimmune disease with dry eyes, dry mouth and fatigue. Learn moreVasculitis
Inflammation of the blood vessels — rare diseases that need a quick diagnosis. Learn moreInflammatory back pain
Back pain that worsens with rest and eases with movement. Learn moreBursitis and tendinitis
Localized pain in the shoulder, elbow, hip or knee, coming from tendons and bursae. Learn more
Reactive arthritis
Arthritis that develops after a bowel or urinary infection. Learn moreHow Laromed Clinic helps
The rheumatologist listens, examines you, reviews the tests you already have and explains in plain words what is happening and what comes next.
- consultation at the clinic in Chisinau or online by video
- joint ultrasound and intra-articular injections
- a written treatment plan and long-term follow-up
- coordination with physiotherapy and other specialties
