Joint Inflammation
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Inflammation of the joints, known as arthritis, is the swelling of one or more joints that may be accompanied by pain and stiffness. It can have very diverse origins and present in an occasional or sustained way.
Frequent symptoms: pain, swelling, local warmth, stiffness, and difficulty moving the affected area.
When to see a doctor? When the discomfort persists, recurs, or limits daily activities, it is worth studying to determine its cause.
Which specialist treats it? The rheumatologist is the specialist in joint diseases; the internist and the general practitioner can guide the initial evaluation. If the joints become inflamed frequently, seeking a professional's opinion helps understand what is causing it.
Data on 289 doctors who treat joint inflammation
Which specialist treats joint inflammation?
Joint inflammation is mainly treated by a rheumatologist, a specialist in joint conditions. A general practitioner or an internist can provide an initial assessment, and some people also consult a homeopathic doctor. Search for the specialist you need.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in joint inflammation
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. César Nájera
Dr. Cristian Eduardo Flores Aceves
Dr. Hugo Arturo González Martínez
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Nitza Pérez Martínez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Diego Alejandro Oliva Vallejo
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Alejandra Elizabeth Villagrán Guerrero
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Frequently asked questions
What is joint inflammation?
Inflammation of the joints, known as arthritis, is the swelling of one or more joints that may be accompanied by pain and stiffness. It can have very diverse origins and present in an occasional or sustained way.
Which doctor treats joint inflammation?
Joint inflammation is mainly treated by a rheumatologist, a specialist in joint conditions. A general practitioner or an internist can provide an initial assessment, and some people also consult a homeopathic doctor. Search for the specialist you need.