Rheumatoid Arthritis-Associated Lung Disease
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Rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease is the involvement of the lungs that can accompany this inflammatory joint disease. Chronic inflammation of the body can compromise the lung tissue and, in some cases, the airways or the membrane that lines the lungs.
Possible symptoms: Persistent dry cough, shortness of breath on exertion, fatigue, or a feeling of tightness in the chest, in addition to the joint symptoms typical of arthritis such as pain and inflammation.
When to pay attention? If you live with rheumatoid arthritis and notice a prolonged cough or difficulty breathing, it is best to bring it up during your follow-up for timely evaluation.
Who treats it? The rheumatologist treats the underlying disease, the pulmonologist evaluates the lung involvement, and the internist integrates both fronts of the problem. Coordinating follow-up with these professionals allows the health of your lungs to be closely monitored and care to be adjusted.
Data on 110 doctors who treat rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease
Which specialist treats rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease?
Lung disease associated with rheumatoid arthritis should be evaluated by a Rheumatologist, who follows up on the arthritis, together with an Internal Medicine specialist for comprehensive care. See these specialists if you have difficulty breathing in addition to joint pain. You can book an appointment with the specialist your case requires.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Erika Salinas Lezama
Dr. Esmirna Arlette Pantoja Alcocer
Dr. Michel Villatoro Villar
Dr. Sandra Briseida Hernández León
Dr. Alejandro Sainz Cortés
Dr. Jessica Monserrat Bandera Anzaldo
Dr. José Alberto Flores Hernández
Dr. Flor Corona
Frequently asked questions
What is rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease?
Rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease is the involvement of the lungs that can accompany this inflammatory joint disease. Chronic inflammation of the body can compromise the lung tissue and, in some cases, the airways or the membrane that lines the lungs.
Which doctor treats rheumatoid arthritis-associated lung disease?
Lung disease associated with rheumatoid arthritis should be evaluated by a Rheumatologist, who follows up on the arthritis, together with an Internal Medicine specialist for comprehensive care. See these specialists if you have difficulty breathing in addition to joint pain. You can book an appointment with the specialist your case requires.