Autoimmune specialists are medical practitioners who can help identify and treat conditions like arthritis and other musculoskeletal and autoimmune diseases. Issues related to arthritis are directly associated with joints, whereas those related to other musculoskeletal conditions tend to affect muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, and bones.

Dr. Chanu Dasari is a top Henderson physician specialist and can provide a thorough examination to reach a diagnosis and determine the best course of treatment for Rheumatoid.

Autoimmune specialists are responsible for treating different types of arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions such as:

• Osteoarthritis, the most common form of arthritis which largely affects the hands, hips, knees or feet.

• Gout, which generally affects the big toe of a patient but can also sometimes affect knees and hands.

• Osteoporosis, a condition that makes the bones weak and increases the risk of broken bones.

• Fibromyalgia, which is characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain.

Specialist can also help to diagnose and treat autoimmune diseases like:

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Psoriatic Arthritis

• Ankylosing Spondylitis

• Reactive Arthritis

• Lupus

• Scleroderma

• Myositis

If you experience any ongoing musculoskeletal symptoms such as those mentioned above, you should talk to your primary care physician about getting a referral to a Rheumatologist or Autoimmune specialist. During your initial visit, the specialist will inquire about your medical and family history, and perform a physical examination to determine the cause of your pain. They may also require blood tests, X-rays, or medical scans to reach a conclusive diagnosis.

Once they have performed a thorough examination and run the necessary tests, your specialist will recommend a course of treatment. Some of the options the patients might opt for are:

• Physical therapy

• Surgery

• Medications

Your doctor will make recommendations based on your final diagnosis after undergoing the appropriate tests.