Expert insights on rheumatology, autoimmune disease and musculoskeletal health by Dr Azhar Abdullah — Consultant Rheumatologist & Physician
Featured
Inflammatory arthritis is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks the joints. Recognising early signs — prolonged morning stiffness, joint swelling, fatigue — and starting disease-modifying treatment promptly can prevent irreversible joint damage.
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Joint Health
RA tends to arrive quietly — a stiff hand in the morning, an ache that lingers. Learn what to look for, how it’s diagnosed, and why the first few months matter most.
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Joint Health
PsA doesn’t look the same in any two patients. A clear guide to its many patterns — joints, spine, dactylitis, enthesitis and nail changes.
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Nutrition
Low vitamin D causes muscle aches, bone discomfort and weakness. Learn who is at risk, how it differs from inflammatory arthritis, and when to seek treatment.
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Autoimmune
Sjögren disease causes dryness but can also affect joints, nerves, lungs and kidneys. Understand Anti-Ro, Anti-La antibodies, systemic involvement and modern treatment.
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Joint Health
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. Learn how it differs from inflammatory arthritis, its symptoms in hands, knees and spine, and best management options.
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Autoimmune
Lupus can affect the joints, kidneys, skin, heart and brain. Understand kidney involvement, cardiovascular risk, antiphospholipid syndrome and modern immunosuppressive treatment.
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Crystal Arthritis
Gout causes sudden, intensely painful joint attacks from uric acid crystals. Learn risk factors, cardiovascular links, treat-to-target urate monitoring and modern management.
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Chronic Pain
Fibromyalgia amplifies pain signals without causing joint damage. Learn about central sensitisation, sleep disturbance, its overlap with autoimmune conditions, and structured management.
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Treatment
DMARDs and biologics control immune overactivity to prevent joint damage. Understand the difference, how biologics and JAK inhibitors work, and why early treatment matters.
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Spine
Most back pain is mechanical, but inflammatory back pain needs early specialist assessment. Recognise the features of axial spondyloarthritis and when to seek rheumatology review.
Read ArticleDr Azhar Abdullah offers specialist rheumatology assessment with UK-trained expertise. Early diagnosis prevents long-term damage.
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